The article discusses Prithi Kanakamedala's book "Brooklynites," highlighting the history of Black residents in 19th century Brooklyn. It reveals how Brooklyn served as a slaveholding capital long into the era when abolition was progressing in New York, its economy linked closely to slavery. The book also emphasizes the role of free Black communities like Weeksville in creating safe havens and their involvement in the Underground Railroad, providing essential context for understanding Brooklyn's multifaceted history amidst the backdrop of slavery and freedom.
Brooklyn was a slaveholding capital, holding onto slavery longer than any other county in New York, which led to economic ties and community resistance.
The narratives of Black families in Brooklyn provide a complex and rich history intertwined with the fight for freedom and the development of community.
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