Historic Black communities have dwindled from their once-thriving existence in the United States and efforts to preserve what’s left encounter complicated challenges. The incorporated towns were founded by formerly enslaved people.. (Dec. 20) (AP Video: Laura Bargfeld) (AP Production: Sharon Johnson)

Descendants fight to maintain historic Black communities. Keeping their legacy alive is complicated

Historic Black communities have dwindled from their once-thriving existence in the United States and efforts to preserve what’s left encounter complicated challenges. The incorporated towns were founded by formerly enslaved people.. (Dec. 20) (AP Video: Laura Bargfeld) (AP Production: Sharon Johnson)