What They Didn't Teach You about Aunt Jemima
In the world of breakfast staples, few names echo through American kitchens like Aunt Jemima. Yet, beneath the familiar face lies a story deeply intertwined with America's racial past. From minstrel shows to modern grocery aisles, Aunt Jemima's image...
In the world of breakfast staples, few names echo through American kitchens like Aunt Jemima. Yet, beneath the familiar face lies a story deeply intertwined with America's racial past. From minstrel shows to modern grocery aisles, Aunt Jemima's image has carried more than just a pancake mix; it has carried the weight of cultural stereotypes. This emblem of comfort food is also a stark reminder of our uncomfortable history.
Join us as we uncover the complex journey of Aunt Jemima.
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Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aunt_Jemima
https://wams.nyhistory.org/industry-and-empire/labor-and-industry/aunt-jemima/
Slave in A Box: The Strange Career of Aunt Jemima by Maurice M. Manring
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