“The Atlanta Exposition Address” by Booker T. Washington
Booker T. Washington’s 1895 Atlanta Compromise speech remains a pivotal moment in American history, addressing racial relations and economic progress. Delivered to a diverse audience, Washington advocated for black self-reliance, emphasizing dignity in labor. His metaphors, such as the “Bucket motif” and “Hand simile,” have been interpreted both as calls for unity and as reinforcing segregation. While his speech promoted racial cooperation, it also sparked debates on its implications for black advancement and equality in American society.
References
Atlanta Exposition Speech of 1985. DuBiosopedia. n. d. Web.
Booker T. Washington Delivers the 1895 Atlanta Compromise Speech. History Matters. n. d. Web.
Washington, Booker, T. The Atlanta Exposition Address. 2014.
Reference
StudyCorgi. (2025, February 17). “The Atlanta Exposition Address” by Booker T. Washington. https://studycorgi.video/the-atlanta-exposition-address-by-booker-t-washington/