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Stereotypes of African Americans: Essays & Images
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Imagery & Stereotyping Explained

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Alligator Theme
This section of the Authentic History Center's "Teaching Diversity With Multimedia" collection focuses on stereotypes of people of African descent from the end of the American Civil War in images that are alligator-themed. Analysis of a large collection of artifacts with racist African American imagery reveals several common themes. One is the portrayal of Black people, especially (often naked) children, as food for alligators. Imagery of Blacks as "alligator bait" can be found on prints, postcards, and even in product advertising. Some modern-day items still connect Black people to hungry alligators.
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