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American Black Journal
Black Bottom Historical Marker
Community input is being sought on the placement and content for a Michigan Historical Marker in Detroit's former Black Bottom neighborhood. The area was home to several African-American businesses, social institutions and nightclubs until it was demolished to make way for the Chrysler Freeway and Lafayette Park in the early 1960's. Episode 4702/Segment 1
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