Gullah (Accessible Preview)

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Channel: Described and Captioned Media Program · 2013 · Education

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Reveals how this African-American subculture embraces the lives of its ancestors in order to withstand the relentless and overwhelming pressures of assimilation and opportunism brought by tourism to their traditional strongholds. From the time of emancipation, the Gullah people displayed a unique spirit of independence and community. Their devotion to their Gullah heritage is an inspiration to all who seek to maintain traditional culture in a changing world.

Producer/Distributor: PYRAMID MEDIA
Production Year: 2008
Grade Level: 6-12

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