53. Hopes and Expectations: Creation of a Black Middle Class in Hartford
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Show Notes
In an unforgettable interview, historian Barbara Beeching describes the creation of a black middle class in Hartford – not in the twentieth century, but back in the 1800s. It's a tale full of insights and surprises – not the least of which is Beeching herself.
BONUS: For reasons that will become clear in the 1st five minutes, this episode may make you want to upgrade your Bucket List. WWW
This episode is sponsored by Attorney Peter Bowman—find out more at bowman.legal, and Connecticut Humanities, co-publisher of Connecticut Explored, visit cthumanities.org.