TED: The mission to safeguard Black history in the US | Julieanna L. Richardson

The speaker reflects on their journey from feeling disconnected from American history to discovering a rich black history at university. They emphasize the importance of documenting and preserving black history, highlighting the creation of The HistoryMakers archive. The speaker calls for collective action to ensure black history is recognized and valued, sharing personal anecdotes and historical insights.

What did the speaker associate American history with during their childhood?

• Diverse cultural backgrounds

• George Washington and white history

• Black leaders and inventors

• Native American history

What was the significant discovery the speaker made at Brandeis University?

• A new career path

• A famous black author

• A historical black monument

• A black music collection

What does the speaker highlight as a major challenge in preserving black history?

• Insufficient funding for projects

• Limited access to technology

• Loss of historical artifacts

• Lack of interest from the community

What is 'The History Makers'?

• A book about black leaders

• A documentary series

• An African American video archive

• A museum exhibit

Who was one of the early interviewees for 'The History Makers'?

• Rosa Parks

• Martin Luther King Jr.

• Malcolm X

• Julian Vaughn

What was the speaker's main goal in creating 'The History Makers'?

• To become famous

• To create a documentary

• To preserve African American stories

• To write a book

What did the speaker learn from General Colin Powell?

• The importance of military service

• The value of education

• The significance of preserving history

• That no one can change their yesterdays

What does the speaker urge the audience to do?

• Donate to historical societies

• Visit historical sites

• Join in preserving black history

• Write their own history books

What was the speaker's emotional state when reflecting on their 4th-grade self?

• Pride

• Compassion

• Indifference

• Confusion

What does the speaker hope for future generations?

• That they will learn from past mistakes

• That they will have a strong sense of history

• That they will become historians

• That they will travel the world