Allensworth was a town founded in 1908, with the idea that African Americans could own property, learn, thrive, and live the American Dream. It was named by Lt. Colonel Allen Allensworth. It had a school system by 1910. With the death of Colonel Allensworth in 1914, the town experienced extreme losses, coupled with severe drought and decreased crop yields. Many residents left the area following World War I. The town was memorialized as a state park in 1974, and hosts events annually to preserve its history. Captions: Pacific Farming Co., Owners, 908 Security Bldg., Los Angeles, Cal.; A bird's eye view of the colony tract, town and surrounding country of activity. Tulare Co., California; map showing lots in town of Allensworth. Written on back of photo: From the collection of Mrs. Charles Collier (nee Louise Shanks) granddaughter of Col. Allen Allensworth.
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