An Intense Feeling: The Lynching of Robert Clark

*This video contains historical imagery of a lynching* In June of 1891, Mrs. Elizabeth Warren was allegedly assaulted in her home. The ensuing investigation identified a Mr. Robert Clark. He was arrested and accused of the crime. Before the courts could run their course, residents of Bristol, Virginia and those from the surrounding area kidnapped Mr. Clark from his cell and proceeded to take the law into their own hands.

[@violinistoftaupo]

Thank you for sharing the story of Robert Clark's lynching. It is an ugly act of racism which overlooks the due process of law. These stories must never be forgotten.

[@davonejohnson]

Thank you for sharing this piece of history, the lynching of Robert Clark. Very Horrific to hear. I hope to hear more of Black Bottom stories . Stories of how black people thrived in Bristol.

[@blackfootchata86]

So many stories like this is really upsetting

[@sooryasa..8099]

It happens even now and nobody protests

[@EvonneMoore]

Sad.

[@Gregory-yk4wx]

So many of OUR Ancestors died this way they were not guilty of the crimes they were accused of may they ALL rest peacefully until the morning when the storm passes away 🎉❤