Million Man March

A strikingly photographed exploration of the largest gathering of African American men in U.S. history—the Million Man March—and their journey to Washington, D.C. to renew their faith and commitment It was a day for men to join hands and pray for peace and self-responsibility; a day for Black men to sing, to rejoice, to celebrate each other. It was a day for Black men to cry, to share their universal suffering, to strengthen their spirits, atone, and pledge to rebuild their communities. . . . This book, with more than one hundred powerful images, chronicles an event that will be etched in the hearts of Black Americans everywhere. It is not intended to document every movement, every speaker, celebrity, or poet. Rather, it is meant to offer a remembrance of one of the most pivotal and poignant moments in American history. It is a commemorative account of Black men who answered a call for self-examination and to reaffirm their values of family, faith, and community. Think of it as a snapshot of, perhaps, the most inspiring, spiritually uplifting, and socially profound moment of our time. Cherish and reflect on this chronicle, which records the natural alliance and self-liberation of more than one million men. Share in the celebration of a vast grassroots movement, and help preserve the spirit of the Million Man March.

October 16, 1995, has been called one of the greatest days in the history of black men in the United States. It was a day of atonement, spiritual renewal, and reconciliation. Capturing the spirit of the march through reflections of men who were eyewitnesses to the great day, this book speaks through the voices of mail clerks, doctors, students, lawyers, and activists, who are fathers, sons, uncles, nephews, young, old, from different backgrounds and different regions--but all answering to a single divine call.

An account of the march and the impact on the marchers and the implications for the future.

Million Man March: 25th Anniversary is a 132-page limited edition book published in 2021(first edition) to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the October 16, 1995, Million Man March on Washington. It contains 62 duotone photographs of the courageous men and boys who participated in the March. It also includes a foreword by acclaimed photographer Steven M. Cummings and an interview by gallerist Lewis Paul Long. Through these beautiful photographs, documentary photographer Roderick Terry recaptures the momentum, solemnity, peacefulness and magnitude of the historic Million Man March. The Million Man March on Washington was a defining moment in the history of African American men. On October 16, 1995, in a demonstration of solidarity, pride and unity more than one million black men crowded the length and width of the National Mall, transforming it into a sea of blackness. This Day of Atonement and Reconciliation brought together black men from virtually every state and territory in America. Million Man March: 25th Anniversary commemorates the 25th Anniversary of the Million Man March and the courageous men who participated in the March. Through these beautiful portraits, with their elegant compositions and timeless quality, photographer Roderick Terry captures the power, strength and dignity of African American men.

A commemorative anthology: speeches, commentary, photography, poetry, illustrations, documents

The Million Man March in Washington, D.C. remains a major landmark in the journey of the African-American community. Attended by controversy, it fired the imagination of African-American males throughout the country. Black Religion after the Million Man March brings together a range of Black theologians -- men and women -- to assess the spiritual and theological issues posed by this event and, of greater importance, its implications for the future. Essays in the first part wrestle with conflicting reactions to the March itself -- including sharply critical perspectives. The second part addresses the theme of "manhood". The third part considers the themes of responsibility, atonement, restoration, reconciliation, and renewal. Together, these essays provide a challenging agenda for Christians committed to African-American liberation.