A Haunting In Rosewood

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Published Oct 12, 2016

On January 1, 1923, Fannie Taylor accused an unknown black male of assault. This false accusation lead to one of the most unbelievable racial massacres in Florida's history. White males gathered at Sumner, a few miles south of Rosewood and for Five days brutally attacked Rosewood, torturing and killing some of the residents. Prior to the accusation and attack, the residents of Rosewood lived somewhat comfortably with their neighbors and lived a full life. That all changed on January 1st. Residents of Rosewood escaped with their lives at night, few by train to Gainsville, but most by trudging through the swamps at night, braving the inherent dangers. The ghosts of Rosewood still roam the region, but not all are those who died in the melee. We felt the presence of the perpetrators who still seek healing. Watch our video and see for yourself.