Descendants of African American tenant farmers in Danville, Virginia are experiencing mixed emotions over the decision to move their ancestors’ remains from a former tobacco plantation to a dedicated burial ground, in order to make way for an industrial park. While some worry about disturbing the graves of exploited and enslaved individuals, others hope for a more respectful reburial process. Efforts to preserve African American cemeteries are gaining momentum, with officials consulting descendants on genetic testing and designs for the new cemetery, aiming to honor the memory of those who were brutalized and exploited in life.
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