Скачать или смотреть They Used Black Children as Gator Bait – The Truth They Hid

In this episode of The Session Podcast Chi, we dive into one of the darkest and most disturbing truths hidden in American history — the use of Black children as alligator bait during the 1800s and early 1900s.

Yes, you read that right.

What many assume is just a disturbing urban legend is, in fact, backed by historical records, news clippings, and firsthand accounts. Plantation owners, alligator hunters, and even souvenir postcard makers played a role in this brutal practice that dehumanized Black children for profit and entertainment.

We’ll explore:

The origins and timeline of the “gator bait” practice
How it ties into the larger system of racial terror and white supremacy
The role of Florida’s alligator hunting industry in the 19th century
Modern references, including the controversy around the Florida Gators chant
The psychological impact of historical trauma in Black communities today
👉 This is not just history — it's a legacy of pain that still echoes in our culture, education, and media. It’s time to confront it.

📌 SOURCES & REFERENCES: Coming soon — full reading list and archival links will be added here.

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