1917: The Silent Parade That Shook New York

Añadido: 2026-05-28

[00:00:00]What would you do if your community faced relentless injustice?

[00:00:03]In 1917, nearly 10,000 African-Americans silently marched down 5th Avenue in [music] New York City. Dressed in white, their footsteps echoing a powerful message.

[00:00:14]This was the Silent Parade, a historic protest against brutal racial violence and lynchings sparked by the East [music] St. Louis riots.

[00:00:22]No chance, no slogans, just unwavering determination. Children led the procession followed by women and men demanding federal action.

[00:00:32]Their dignified silence spoke volumes. I [music] post a new video every single day. Hit subscribe so you don't miss tomorrow's.