The Truth Behind The Myth That 'Black People Don't Swim' And How It's Evolved Over Time

The distant relationship between Black Americans and water is still as prevalent today as it was in the early 20th century. Swimming pools grew popular and began to expand across the United States in the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s as Americans were looking for more ways to socialize according to National Geographic. However, when one thinks… Continue reading The Truth Behind The Myth That ‘Black People Don’t Swim’ And How It’s Evolved Over Time
The distant relationship between Black Americans and water is still as prevalent today as it was in the early 20th century. Swimming pools grew popular and began to expand across the United States in the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s as Americans were looking for more ways to socialize according to National Geographic. However, when one thinks… Continue reading The Truth Behind The Myth That ‘Black People Don’t Swim’ And How It’s Evolved Over Time
The distant relationship between Black Americans and water is still as prevalent today as it was in the early 20th century. Swimming pools grew popular and

Stereotypes of African Americans - Wikipedia

The Plot to Kill the Olympics

Are Floaties And Water Wings Safe? Experts Explain

The Truth Behind The Myth That 'Black People Don't Swim' And How It's Evolved Over Time

The Hygiene Culture Wars That Started on Social Media, by Nicole Froio

Learn How to Swim to Lose Weight: Best Strokes, Time & How Often

Black surfers find rejuvenation at 'A Great Day in the Stoke' - Los Angeles Times

I was the only black kid in the pool': why swimming is so white, Swimming

Whales Smithsonian Ocean