History's Roots and the Freedmen's Bureau Project

The video emphasizes the importance of remembering names from the past to keep their spirit alive. It highlights the Freedmen's Bureau project, which transcribed thousands of historical records to preserve names lost to time. The video encourages viewers to help black families reconnect with their Civil War-era ancestors and restore the identities of a forgotten generation. Laurence Fishburne invites viewers to get involved and learn more about history through the project.

What is the main goal of the Freedmen's Bureau project as mentioned in the video?

• To create new historical records

• To build a museum

• To teach history in schools

• To preserve names lost to time

How can individuals help Black families reconnect with their ancestors according to the video?

• By attending a history class

• By visiting a specific website

• By writing a book

• By donating to a charity

What era do the ancestors mentioned in the video belong to?

• World War I

• Civil War

• Vietnam War

• Revolutionary War

Who is the narrator inviting viewers to explore more historical content?

• Samuel L. Jackson

• Morgan Freeman

• Denzel Washington

• Laurence Fishburne

What action does Laurence Fishburne encourage viewers to take at the end of the video?

• Read a book

• Visit a museum

• Attend a seminar

• Subscribe to the channel