Project 360 Media
America’s Untold Journey
This is a story that is not part of today’s American History curriculum. It is a
story of pride and accomplishment that has been kept hidden away for centuries.
Veteran stage/film/tv actor - Jason Allen Carvell
serves as host/narrator of “America’s Untold
Journey .”
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Jason’s credits include - The Blacklist, Mysteries
of Laura, Person of Interest, Nurse Jackie and
this fall the new NBC drama - “BlindSpot.”
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He has also appeared in numerous theatrical
productions and
television shows in the United Kingdom for
the BBC.
The First Explorers
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“America’s Untold Journey” chronicles the 450 year
arc of continuous African American history
beginning in 1565 in Spanish Florida and
continuing to the present day. The story reveals
startling untold facts about the importance of
African-American involvement in the creation of
our country and the role they and their ancestors
played in our history and ultimately the passing of
the 1964 Civil Rights Act.
Segments Include:
“God Bless the Sisters”
From the founding of the first integrated settlement
The first school where black children were taught to
read and write.
The creation of the Underground Railroad
The first middle class black neighborhood where white and
blacks lived side by side and businesses prospered.
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Monson Motor Lodge
In 1964 at the Monson Motor Lodge an event so horrific and
shocking would take place before the world press. This act on
wonton hate would reach all the way to the White House.
Two weeks later, it would prove to be the catalyst that would get
the stalled Civil Rights Act passed by the U.S. Congress.
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New Historical Facts
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In 1565 a contingent of 800 explorers land in the new world; 400 of which
were Free Black soldiers, sailors, farmers and translators.
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They would establish Fort Mose in the land called La Florida. La Florida
stretched from the Keys to the Chesapeake Bay to the Mississippi River.
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Fort Mose was the first documented multi-national, multi-ethnic and
multi-racial settlement.
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In 1594 the first documented inter-racial marriage occurs at Fort Mose.
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In 1606 the first Free Black child is baptized at Fort Mose.
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The Spanish crown creates the Edit of 1693 and offers sanctuary to
runaway slaves who can reach Fort Mose.
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New Historical Facts
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In 1740 the first recorded defeat of the British army occurs in the new
world it is led by a contingent of Spanish soldiers, Black Mose Militia
and Native Americans at Fort Mose.
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In 1867 the Sisters of St. Joseph create the first Black school to teach freed
slaves to read and write.
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1n 1906 the black residents of Lincolnville form a funeral procession for
one of the original Sisters of St. Joseph in the pre-dominantly white
section of the city and escort the casket to the cemetery.
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In 1950 Otis Mason is denied admission to the University of Florida
because he is Black. He would become the first Black Superintendent of
Schools in St. John’s County Florida.
New Historical Facts
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In 1962 Robert Hayling, a World War II veteran and the President of the
Florida Association of Dentists is denied admission to his associations’
conference because he is black.
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Two years later, he would play a pivotal role in the horrific events that
would occurred before the world press. Events that will lead to the
passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.
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New footage and network news accounts of the violence that engulfed the
beaches of St. Augustine, the city and finally the Monson Motor Lodge.
Viewer Comments
“What was in your documentary I know nothing of as African-America. It
was so refreshing to see ourselves as contributors ... in
much of America history we are portrayed as “a problem.” The real stories of our selfworth as people are just beginning to be properly told.
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Norma S. Duncan
Springfield, Missouri
“This is a great learning tool and provided valuable insights for our students
about the history of minorities.
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Hal Gabriel
Principal, Heights Elementary School
Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Viewer Comments from Jan. 19 - Feb 28, 2015
Viewer Comments
“Stories like this should be included in all American History classes from grade school
through college.
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Jonathan Taylor
Freshman/Weber State University
Salt Lake City, UT.
“We would like to request a copy of your show. We plan to show it to
our cadets (High School and Junior College) as part of our AfricanAmerican History month.
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June Frosch
Exec. Director/New Mexico Military Institute
Roswell, NM.
Viewer Comments from Jan. 19 - Feb 28, 2015
Curriculum Guide
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Pre-Viewing Activities
Questions and Concept Map to assess prior knowledge and interest.
Vocabulary Handout
Glossary of terms used and context for understanding topics covered.
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Viewing Activity
Film study worksheet to accompany documentary with questions and note
taking while watching the film
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Post-Viewing
Chronological outline activity where students can complete a history
timeline by matching the major events to their corresponding dates
as they appeared in the documentary.
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Curriculum Guide
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Discussion Questions
Questions for reflection and discussion after students view the documentary.
Extended Activities
Map activity - Spanish Florida
Role Playing - Passage to Freedom
Historical events - write a student newspaper article.
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Curriculum Links
Additional web resources.
What’s Included:
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One Hour Documentary.
Five - 2:00 Minute News Vignettes
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Five – 45 second News Vignettes
Curriculum Guide for use in local schools.
4 – 20/10 Sales Promos
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4 - 20/10 Promos
The Offer:
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50/50 Barter Split
7.5 Mins. National / 7.5 Mins Local
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:15 Sec BB National / :15 Sec BB Local
1 - 20/10 National Sponsor Promo in News
Weekend Prime Access
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Multiple Plays on-air and on-line
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Offer to your local market school systems
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