Remember When: The Tulsa Race Massacre

Today marks the 102nd anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, one of the worst incidents of racial violence in American history.

On May 31 and June 1, 1921, a white mob attacked the predominantly Black Greenwood District in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The mob, which was armed with guns, explosives, and arson, burned down more than 1,250 homes and businesses, and killed hundreds of people.

In Greenwood, Tulsa, a thriving African American neighborhood known as "Black Wall Street," a mob of white residents unleashed violence and destruction. Black-owned businesses, homes, and institutions were targeted, resulting in countless casualties and the displacement of thousands of innocent lives.

The massacre was a direct result of racial tensions that had been building in Tulsa for years. The Greenwood District was a thriving community, and its success was a source of resentment for many white Tulsans. The massacre was also fueled by the myth of black men as sexual predators, which was used to justify the violence.

The Tulsa Race Massacre is a reminder of the deep-seated racism that still exists in America. It is also a reminder of the resilience of the Black community, which has overcome so much adversity.

We must never forget the Tulsa Race Massacre, and we must continue to fight for racial justice.

Here are some ways you can learn more about the Tulsa Race Massacre:

• Read the book "The Burning: Tulsa and the American Tragedy" by Scott Ellsworth.

• Watch the documentary "Tulsa: The Fire and the Forgotten" by Stanley Nelson.

• Visit the Greenwood Rising Museum in Tulsa.

Here are some ways you can take action to fight for racial justice:

• Donate to organizations that are working to combat racism.

• Volunteer your time to help educate others about racism.

• Speak out against racism whenever you see it.