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In 1637, the Pequot people were burned alive in their sleep by English colonies. The colonies were proud of this act and even had a statue honoring the man responsible, John Mason. Survivors were sold as slaves after being marched to Mass Bay Colony. They were humiliated and forbidden from calling themselves Native Americans. This incident marked the country's second religious day of Thanksgiving. The speaker urges people to understand the true history behind holidays like Thanksgiving and Columbus Day. They mention the mistreatment of Native Americans and the importance of respecting women. The speaker also criticizes the square buildings in America and emphasizes the need to learn from nature.

The history of America is about rich white men dividing poor white people from black and brown individuals. In the colonial period, there was no concept of "white." Europeans didn't identify as such and were divided among themselves. However, the wealthy elite realized they needed to separate the poor Europeans and enslaved Africans to protect their own interests. They created the idea of whiteness, granting certain privileges to poor Europeans to align them with the elite. This allowed the rich to control and oppress black people. The creation of whiteness served as a tool to maintain power and prevent unity among the oppressed.

Slavery was common across civilizations, not just in the West. It was not solely based on race. Many different races owned slaves, including black people and Native Americans. The US government fought to end slavery, and reparations may not be the best solution. Western civilization was the first to reject slavery morally, so we should not feel ashamed but proud.

Facts about slavery often overlooked in school include the history of white Christian Europeans being enslaved in Africa. For nearly 300 years, the southern coast of Europe faced threats from the Islamic Barbary States, which targeted coastal communities and Christian ships. One notable raider, Turgut Reis, was a prominent Turkish admiral. In 1551, he enslaved the entire population of 5,000 from the Maltese island of Gozo. Three years later, he attacked Vieste, Italy, massacring men and capturing 7,000 women and children as slaves. Even as far north as Ireland, the Barbary pirates raided Baltimore in 1631, taking the population to Algiers as slaves.

Jews were heavily involved in the slave trade, with up to 80% of slave owners being Jewish. They owned most slave ships and conducted auctions. Pope Alexander VI, a Jewish pope, signed the doctrine of discovery, legalizing colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade. Columbus, funded by Jewish individuals, discovered the Americas, where indigenous people were initially considered people until the papal bull declared them heathens for political reasons.

Black people sold black people; white people just paid for it. The speaker's great-great-grandmother was sold by her father to another black man, who then sold her to her husband. Slavery existed worldwide, including in the Arab, Persian, and Greek worlds, and among Europeans. Slavery is not unique to black people. Racism is given too much respect. Discrimination would still exist even in a mono-racial world; people would discriminate based on traits like eye color. As long as you are competition and a threat, someone will try to remove you, regardless of race. Conversely, if you add value, you will be appreciated, regardless of race.

This country was built on slavery, and the descendants of slaves continue to build it. We demand reparations for the systemic prejudice, racism, and white supremacy we face. Slaves were not just field hands, but also carpenters, masons, blacksmiths, musicians, and inventors. From Jamestown to New Orleans to Washington, we have contributed to the growth of this nation. We want our 40 acres and a mule, symbolizing our freedom. Emancipation did not come without a cost, as we faced Jim Crow segregation, redlining, and mass incarceration. Our account is still outstanding, and we will keep fighting for what is rightfully ours.

America's history of systemic racism means that institutions have done violence to Black Americans, from slavery, Jim Crow laws, lynchings, and policing.

For over a thousand years, Arabs enslaved black people, resulting in 15 million deportations. However, this history is rarely discussed compared to the transatlantic slave trade, which lasted a century and involved 12 million deportations. The transatlantic slave trade is more well-known, possibly due to the availability of photographs and the fact that white slaveholders allowed their slaves to reproduce, while Muslims castrated their slaves. Slavery has been a global practice throughout history, with figures like Plato, Cleopatra, and Genghis Khan having slaves. The abolition of slavery was primarily led by white countries during the Industrial Revolution and the development of moral philosophy. It took another century for African countries to abolish slavery, often under pressure from Western powers. Even today, slavery persists in Mauritania, with hundreds of thousands of slaves.

Unlike most African Americans freed after the civil war, your ancestors were not. This document is an enrollment card for the Chickasaw Freedmen, former slaves owned by the Chickasaw Nation. Your ancestors were enslaved by Native Americans, making you one of the few African Americans not enslaved by white people, but by Native Americans.

African Americans played a significant role in building this nation, although they have not always received proper recognition for it. It is important to acknowledge that they were a crucial part of the nation's development, even more so than they have been given credit for.

Jewish ships brought slaves to America, a fact often overlooked. Let's pause and delve into this further.

It's interesting how discussions about slavery often imply that America created it. However, many ancient empires, like Egypt, Rome, Greece, and Mali, also relied on slavery. In Africa, tribal conflicts led to the capture and sale of people into slavery long before European involvement. These conversations are challenging and often avoided due to their emotional weight. The narrative of oppression has overshadowed the rich and complex history of various peoples. America uniquely fought a civil war over slavery, aiming to humanize slaves and legislate their freedom. Despite this, many in America still express grievances about privileges that others around the world lack. Today, slavery persists in various countries, and many people still endure these harsh realities.

Jewish ships brought slaves to America, a fact often overlooked. The speaker pauses to emphasize the significance of this revelation.

Americans are taught that America was the worst when it comes to slavery, but this is complete nonsense. American slavery is portrayed as uniquely evil because slaves were considered property, but generational slavery was common worldwide. While the U.S. receives focus due to slavery, most slaves were not shipped there; the U.S. received under 400,000 out of 10-12 million. Focusing on historical abuse by white people won't help the black community gain capital, as modern problems aren't tied to ethnic conflict from 160 years ago. Problems in the black community increased with welfare programs. Almost every society had slavery, including the Aztecs, Persians, Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Vikings, and especially the Arab world, who took about 17 million people from Africa. The British and Americans were rare in abolishing slavery. The British Navy sank around 1,600 slave ships and freed 150,000 people. Saudi Arabia only recently abolished the slave trade, and the global slavery index estimates over 700,000 slaves still exist there. American slavery was horrible but not unique. Focusing solely on America's evils hasn't improved race relations.

The first slave owner in America was a black man named Anthony Johnson, who owned 602 acres of land and enslaved both white and black servants. Johnson sued for the return of a black servant named John Casor, leading to a court ruling that allowed Johnson to continue owning Casor as a slave. Free black people also owned slaves in various parts of America. The transcript mentions specific examples of black slave owners and their holdings. It also highlights that slavery was not exclusive to Africans and was practiced in various parts of the world. The purpose of sharing this information is to challenge the narrative that only white Americans were involved in the slave trade.

The speaker acknowledges Indigenous Peoples' Day and the need to speak truth about the nation's history. They state that since 1934, the U.S. has recognized the voyage of European explorers every October. However, this is not the whole story, as these explorers ushered in devastation for tribal nations through violence, land theft, and disease. The speaker emphasizes the importance of acknowledging this shameful past, shedding light on it, and addressing its impact on native communities today.

Jewish historians reveal a hidden history of Jewish involvement in the slave trade in the Americas and Europe for over 2000 years. Records show Jews dominated the slave trade in the Western world, even back to Roman times. They were major slave dealers in European society and controlled commerce, including the slave trade, in the Middle Ages. Jewish Encyclopedia and other sources confirm Jews' significant role in the slave trade, with higher per capita slave holdings than non-Jews. This history is often overlooked or suppressed.

America's history of slavery is not unique, as many societies throughout history have practiced slavery. Slavery was common worldwide, with the Arab world being a major player in the slave trade. The British and Americans were among the few to abolish slavery. Focusing solely on America's evils in schools has not improved race relations. Acknowledging historical mistakes is important, but it is crucial to have honesty and incremental change rather than radicalism.

I was hesitant to uncover my family history, fearing disappointment. Eventually, I agreed to do it for the sake of future generations. Surprisingly, I discovered that my Puerto Rican ancestors actually originated from Spain. They moved to Puerto Rico because the slave trade was abolished in Spain and Curacao, and they brought their slaves with them. Contrary to what I was told, my family were not printers and journalists, but rather involved in the slave trade. This revelation deeply saddened me.

Jewish ships brought slaves to America. Let's take a break.

Black people sold black people, white people just paid for it. Slavery existed worldwide, not just in America. In Europe, even white people were enslaved. Racism exists regardless of skin color.

The Irish people feel a strong connection to the Palestinian people due to shared experiences of displacement, dispossession, and identity denial. This empathy stems from parallels in history, including forced immigration, discrimination, and current hunger crises.

Jewish ships brought slaves to America, a fact often overlooked. Let's pause and delve into this further.

The number of whites enslaved by Barbary pirates in North Africa surpassed the total number of Africans enslaved in the United States and its colonies. However, no one is seeking reparations from North Africa, as it's unlikely they would be granted. This highlights a tendency among some intellectuals to envision a unique historical narrative for the United States, despite its similarities to global history.