From Jim Crow to Millionaire | History Traveler Episode 114
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ก.ย. 2024
- If there ever was an episode to watch from beginning to end, this is it. We're traveling to the Indiana History Center (indianahistory.org) to explore the story of Madam CJ Walker who overcame incredible odds to become the first African-American female millionaire. So much to see and learn in this one. Be sure to share it with others!
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So diggin' your channel.. great content.. please Charleston SC to your list.. tons of history & content here. 🙏
Warmest wishes from the UK 🇬🇧. A wonderful story about a great inspirational Woman who, until now, I knew nothing about.
Really enjoy your work, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Madam Walker was definitely not someone who felt sorry for herself. She was quite the strong lady to accomplish all she did.
Agreed!
To overcome is a sign of leadership, a hard lesson we seem to have forgotten. But always struggle for good and learn from history👍.. cA
Attitude is everything. You’re only a victim if you choose to be !!
@@Tracywhited2 PREACH!!!
What an amazing lady! She did not give up she kept pressing forward. A brave woman. Thank you for sharing. Really enjoy the pieces of history you uncover. Uplifting and honorable. There is something we each can take away from your videos.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching :)
Great story of an amazing lady. Good to change things up. I’m sorry to say, why didn’t I learn this in school growing up? I feel as if I was cheated out of so much more history in this country ‘s development. These times are a changing now. 🙏🇺🇸❤️
I never knew about her either. Fascinating story. Hopefully people will share this video and more can learn about her. 🙂
Very well done, talking about beating the odds. Fascinating story for all. What did you break? Ending with a mystery... Lol. You be safe and take care. Enjoyed today's video very much.
Ha! I said that I burped at the end. Only thing that I broke was my sentence 🙂
Fascinating research and intel I was never aware of her until this Vlog. In My opinion this Incredible women story should be taught in our education system. Thank you for sharing ✌️
Agreed!
Perfect video to share with my students. We’ve just been talking about the Progressive Era and Women’s Rights. Also this year we’ve been improving our curriculum to include more African-American history, so this is PERFECT! She was also the basis for the Netflix movie “Self-Made.”
Thanks as always, JD. Keep up the great work! Hope you enjoy the SuperBowl!🍻
History is great but public schools shouldn’t be biased in anyway regarding what is or isn’t taught. Nothing is going to socially achieved following the media narratives
@@JB-vt5sz I’ve been teaching for 20 years, and I can tell you, this isn’t “following media” it’s teaching a more complete story of the American experience. Honestly, as someone who, until about ten years ago, was a “traditional” history teacher (meaning the history we’d all been taught) adding in all these stories makes the greater American story much broader and more complete. For example, ten years ago, I was considered “cutting edge” for teaching about Alice Paul, this year, my class has added in Ida B Wells in our study of the passage of the 19th Amendment. To give a more complete understanding of American history.
Awesome! I hope that they enjoy it and find inspiration from her story. I didn’t include anything about the Netflix series because the family had a really low opinion of it. 🙂
@@TheHistoryUnderground thanks for that info, I hadn’t had a chance to watch it yet, so this is helpful.
Another big thank you to my favorite history teacher.
Wow, thank you!
Amazing story! I really like these type of videos about a certain kind of person! Keep it up! 😎👍
Thanks! I really like this story.
I believe that there is a Netflix movie called “Self Made” about her. Good stuff. Is it weird that I get excited to see new history videos. Lol 👍
Yes, that’s true. I didn’t include anything about the Netflix series because the Walker family had a pretty low opinion of it 🙂
It is a very good show. And very accurate. One reason her family disapproved was because the truth came out that she didn't create the formula herself though she wanted everyone to believe she did. She improved on something that was already out there that was created by another black woman.
There you go again Sir, sharing a wealth of knowledge (about a person) that I never knew anything about! Thank You again 💜☮️🙏🌎💫
Thanks! I was pretty excited to share this one. I think that her story could do people a lot of good.
Always dropping knowledge on Sunday its a steady diet for me.
Ha! Awesome!
@@TheHistoryUnderground was wondering where you headed next you doing more civil rights you should check out a civil rights museum in birmingham alabama the birmingham civil rights institute. I havent been their since i was a kid but it was a amazing experience an i think you should check it out if you havent already. I know you would enjoy it.
@@jaminglasscox - I actually did a video down in Birmingham at the 16th St Baptist Church (Ep 33) and was right by there. Definitely need to go back.
@@TheHistoryUnderground thats the church bombing if i'm correct. like your content an delivery i related quickly. civil rights is my subject but i really like your civil war trips you got me bout to suit up for gettysburg just had to start planning .
@@jaminglasscox - Yep. That's the one. I've wanted to do more Civil Rights content but seem to have a lot of bad luck when it comes to filming it. Either the locations or closed or the people refuse me or something. Hope to change that in the future though.
Thank you very much for putting this out!!! I found it very interesting and inspirational!!!
Thanks!
Until today I had never heard about this amazing lady. Thank you for sharing with us
There is a movie about her, I believe it is on Netflix.
My pleasure!
@@lrwalters14 - Yes, that’s true. The Walker family had a pretty low opinion of it 🤷🏻♂️
Please do a video on Amanda America Dickson. It would be a very interesting history lesson.
I'll looking into that. Thanks!
Thank you for seeing this exhibition. Hope you saw the other museums by there .We have a wonderful collection of museums I know your video you did before I told you about this and I want to thank you so much
Definitely need to get back over there at some point.
Recently, I came upon the History Traveler and have really appreciated the thoughtful stories, the narratives and video style. The story of Madame C.J. Walker is one of my favorite episodes. Thank you for educating me on this topic and so many others. You are appreciated!
Thanks! Appreciate that. I found the story to be really compelling. Hopefully people share the video so that others can learn about her as well.
Thank you form coming to my home state!
JD this video stop me in my tracks. Wow, how little we know of out fellow of human beings from the past. This lady was fascinating n many African Americans could learn from past. There’s no excuse. You can be n do whatever you want
Her 1st husband was murdered by the Klan then later she comes to Indianapolis the heart of the Klan in Indiana. Definitely one gutsy lady!
She really was something else. Hopefully people share out this video so that others can learn more about her.
Thank you. I am grateful to have employment, unfortunately I work much overtime so watching your channel on a regular basis is no longer possible and will do it when I can. Keep them rolling, great subject matter!
Wonderful story. Thank you for sharing. Wow, she was amazing.
Our pleasure!
I love these videos of my hometown.
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Fascinating.... Every time I watch one of your videos it gets the wheels turning. The person that came to mind was Nancy Green AKA Aunt Jemima. Was she a millionaire? She didn't get paid and was buried in a paupers grave. So why do people think she was a millionaire? I look forward to your video brining us up the speed...
Thanks! I was pretty excited to share this one.
This was something, I didn't know anything about . A very uplifting story . 😃😃
Glad you enjoyed it!
Fantastic video! I’ve been meaning to ask, where do you get your music from?
Thanks! I pull the music from several sources. Epidemic sound is a really good one.
Am I first this time
Cool & different post from you. Maybe a history lesson on the Model T Ford HEADLAMPS.....(You even did a close up shot [10:45] after you was trying to be funny about those square lanterns near the windscreen).
Definitely planning on doing something more in depth with the Model T in the future.
Already liking this vlog “Beautiful”
Thank you!
That was beautiful. I can't help but wonder who it was who influenced this lady early in her life to have the confidence to do this.
That would be interesting to know.
I wish you were able to be here when the weather was warmer to look into additional Indianapolis areas and not being so cold. LoL.... The major ethnic group in Indy were Germans. I'm hoping you might be planning on a stop at the Athenaeum. Great Restaurant and MUCH History there. I could lead you into many stops to learn the City's history. Enjoy your time here!
I’ll have to catch that on a return trip. Thanks!
Absolutely awesome! Being poor doesn't mean you can't be successfull. It all begins in your mind. Thanks for this amazing story.
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Interesting story. It truly shows what you can accomplish despite all those things that would hinder most people. Thanks for sharing. 👍
By the way, what's up with the backward running clock next to the entrance?
Agreed. As far as the clock, they’re turning back time 🙂
BROTHER THANK U 4 DOING THIS VIDEO. SPEAKING AS A BLACK PERSON MYSELF, IN THIS DAY & AGE BLACK PEOPLE HAVE NO EXCUSES 4 NOT SUCCEEDING! I THINK SUCCESS IS MORE ABOUT ATTITUDE, & PERSPECTIVE THAN ANYTHING ELSE.
I 4GOT 2 MENTION DRIVE, AND DETERMINATION.
Thank you. I really do appreciate that.
Wow! What an amazing women. She was not to be told NO! She should be used as inspiration to all people especially because of her story leading up to her success. Amazing.
Agreed. Hopefully people will share this video so that more can learn about her story.
Not to in anyway take away from the story of a very gutsy lady ,the woman acting out that skit said lye soap is bad for your skin. Granted it is not as everyday as it was in that era and before. But lye soap is very effective in cleaning,not only clothes and household surfaces but you can wash a baby in it. The lye is neutralized in the saponification process. It has also been making a comeback. I like it. I had heard of Mrs. Walker before and a very inspiring woman. She had a great need and an idea of how to make something people wanted. That makes money. She did well.
She was something else. That's for sure.
Thank you for your wonderful job. No matter what you cover it's very personal which is what I love about history. This was awesome. Just saw the end. She could have manufactured some bicarbonate of soda for your own personal needs. Haha
Ha! Thanks.
I am a blind person, but I am a huge history buff. I am curious what was so special about the headlights on the model T car. Could someone please explain? Thank you
They were designed like an old time layers. Kind of unique.
Stories like hers is what makes America such a beautiful thing to fight for!!!! She’s a perfect example of how rising up and above by making smart choices leads to no end of successes. God bless her !!! An inspiration to few know
Agreed. Amazing woman.
I wouldn’t have known anything about Mrs Walker if it wasn’t for you! That looks like a really cool exhibit, is that a year round exhibit do you know?
It's only there for a limited time. You can go to the link in the description to find out more. Thanks for watching!
In Illinois, the Pembroke/Hopkins Park area, there is rumored to be a slave settlement for freed and escaped slaves. That would be about a three and a half hour drive from Indianapolis.
Interesting. I’ll have to dig into that.
Fantastic video, you always include all histories no matter who they were. So much has been left out, or ignored due to racial conflict. I can only imagine what this women went through to get where she did. Any women at the time had no rights, so it would have been a humongous task to do what she did. I knew a little about her, but did not know about the movie. Thank you, I thoroughly enjoyed this.
She doesn't leave anybody today with any excuses.
And this is a great story
Thanks for posting this video. I really enjoyed learning about madam walker. She was one heck of a lady.
Glad you enjoyed it
I love this story...I wish they would put this story in a children's book to show how anybody can make it with determination and hard work.
Agreed. Amazing story.
Sending this to my friend Tammy Walker. This will show her a Walker can walk right out of any kind of negative rut.
Awesome!
Wow That's so amazing how a colored woman of her economic background pulled her self up and out of the world she was Born in to to become a woman of greatness what a great story
Right?
Great video, great story. Can always learn a lot from stories like that.
Definitely. Hoping that people share this video so that more can learn about her.
Very good, as usual. I'm like you, enjoyng stories of those that beat the odds.
Pretty cool story. She overcame a lot.
The electric car , ck out jay Leno’s garage, he has one and talks about them. Pretty interesting 🤔
Oh wow! Thanks for the heads up!
Wonderful Black Legacy for the people of Indianapolis❣️❣️❣️
Definitely!
Always up for a history lesson on a Sunday,thx HT .. cA
Ha! Awesome :)
Another amazing and educational video!! Thank you for the content.
You bet! Thanks!
I had heard of this lady before. I was born in St Louis and knew a little bit of her but not the details. And of course Annie Malone is well known. Talk about a successful business woman! Good for Madam CJ! Helped others too. 👍👍
Pretty inspiring story.
What a coincidence! I only just heard of Madam Walker for the first time this last week. I believe it was on Public Television?? I'll remember her name now, thanks to you!
My pleasure! I was excited to share this one.
JD, Great job as always! This is the sort of Black success story that should be promoted with fervor during Black History Month. Ms. Walker worked WITHIN the White dominated US Capitalist system and succeeded through her own hardwork and determination. Hurrah for her! She didn't use violence rather her own sweat, toil and clearly high intelligence to succeed. She is the sort of person we should hold up as an example for all of Americans, Black and White, for her perseverance despite so many hurdles!
I took away a lesson for all who blame the "system" for their lack of success and a role model for dreamers who will not allow their dreams to be defeated by self-pity. This is a story for all people, regardless of color, gender, education!
I found the whole story pretty inspiring. I don’t know if anyone today who would’ve had to have overcome more than her.
@@TheHistoryUnderground I agree. What a role model for all Americans!
I pride myself on, if not knowing, at least hearing of some one special in our past. So ashamed of myself on this madam. This channel was the best remedy for that, so thank you! Those old curling irons look like deadly weapons out of a horror flick, like something jason would use when hanging out at the lake. LOL
Ha!
Loved learning about ms walker and the odds she overcame. Thanks
Pretty inspiring story.
Well done. So what happened to the electric car? And yes please never complain.... lol
I actually tried looking that up but couldn’t find anything.
You should check out the under ground Railroad museum in downtown Cincinnati
I'll be looking into that. Thanks!
Great episode deff one of many stories of African American history that many don’t hear
Thanks. Hopefully people will share this video so that more can learn about here success story :)
So you had me stay till the end in order to hear you say that you just burped? Nice lol.
Ha! That was just a bonus 😅
Need to learn more about her! Great story...nice change of pace!
Glad you enjoyed it!
What an amazing lady, she faced an uphill battle right from the start but overcame all the obstacles that would stop many of us if truth be told. Thank you for sharing, much love. xx 🙏💖
Pretty compelling story. Glad that you liked it!
@@TheHistoryUnderground Yes it was, I loved it, thank you. x
Awesome, Awesome,,, Something Really Great To Learn, And As Always You Do Such A Good Job Bringing It To Us. Thank You Stay Safe,
Very interesting!
Glad you think so! I enjoyed learning about her.
Loved it, thanks for sharing!!
Thanks for watching!
Totally forgot all about this amazing lady. I couldn't remember what her product was till you shared it. What a great story and if anybody is interested, I remember a series on Netflix about her titled - Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker (2020)
I do like learning thanks for the best history channel on you tube
Thanks! That really does mean a lot.
(Hit wrong button) I also like to say that many of us Caucasian to learn from too. Great video n I will definitely check into her history. Fascinating lady she was. ♥️♥️♥️😊😊👍👍👍
You're in my neck of the woods! Madame Walker was quite an amazing woman! The history of Indiana Avenue is pretty fascinating. Hope you enjoyed my city!
The Underground Rail Road museum is also on Meridian St.
I'll have to check that out on the next trip. Thanks!
CJ Walker’s story was always such an inspiration. I’ve admired her for years. ♥️
Thanks DJ!
Very interesting story. Hats off to her. On to the next place
Definitely
My grandfather was an indenture servant. Taken to Canada from his parents home in England at the age of 9. Married and had 4 kids, loss his son, and wife and left 3 daughters to raise. He worked for Henry Ford at his Highland Park plant until he retired. My Grandfather always told us your life is what you make it. Don't let fear stop you, and if you work hard you can make anything happen. Madam C.J. Walker didn't let fear stop her, she knew what she wanted and worked for it. I had an amazing Grandfather and she was an amazing women.
Great video and I can’t wait for the next video I’m excited for it
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Excellent and the reason why I like it so much is because I worked with Black people and they were wonderful and very poorly poorly abused because just because of the color of their skin. It’s so shameful to think what they went through.
What's this Black Privilege ? Virginia has many Black Millionaires. Have you all been sleeping.
What a Lady for sure. Very cool JD 👍🏻😎
Thanks! Glad that you liked it.
A few things you left out...she stole hair products from one of her washing client, to sell on the streets, to prove she could. When the washing client told her that she wasn't going to hire her, CJ stole her product idea, and made it her own. She even used stolen product to perfect the recipe.
Thank you so much for this. I never knew about her.
No problem! Thanks for watching.
What an amazing story of perseverance! Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Fabulous story, I love to see an “underdog” survive and thrive, she didn’t do it alone, she needed employees to help make her a millionaire. We all need each other and we need to treat others with kindness and compassion, especially the less fortunate. We are #StrongerTogether. After she made it with the help of her employees, she didn’t pull that ladder up behind her, she helped others become successful. What a wonderful story, very inspirational.
Very very interesting. I've never heard her story before.
It was a new one for me too.
It's so good to see you getting more and more popular.
Thanks! Just as long as people are learning, I’m happy.
We've all got the stamina to tolerate people whom put us down and attempt to prohibit our success. Race has nothing to do with it. You have too not listen to people whom put you down and move on without them. The sense in change is her determination. Amen to Homeland Fighting for your right to succeed Women.
I think you may need to study a little more about reconstruction. Among other things, a lot of black former slaves got elected to Congress.
The school had a great lockdown procedure but maybe schools can have panic rooms or something like it in all the hallways so kids caught in the halls or bathrooms when their classrooms lock have somewhere to go.
Inspiring story, enjoyed it.
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Fascinating story! This is was a nice change of pace from the heaviness of battlefields and
militaria.
Thanks! I really like learning about these corners of history.
Very well done, interesting 👍
Many thanks!
You should go to Texas next.
Working on it :)
....ever heard of ROBERT SMALLS?
Sometimes saying less is more.
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A person is truly unable to learn without history.
Excellent Vlog.....Thanks....
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So she made her money as a snake oil salesman, as most millionaires do.
kamala harris and jussie bill lol crazy
Oops, started watching, but then saw the chin diapers. Nope. 😂😂😂😂
Yeah, wish that we could have done this one without the masks.