12. Why was the church burned? 13. Why wouldn't the local black people talk to the FBI? 14. The Hairdressing Salon: Who was the hairdresser's husband? The nusband is the deputy 15. What did the 3 fingers in belt mean? Who held their fingers in this way?

The burning of the church was a stark representation of racial violence and oppression, often aimed at destroying the spaces where Black communities gathered, worshipped, and built solidarity. These acts of arson were not just attacks on physical buildings, but also symbolic efforts to undermine the hope and resilience of marginalized communities throughout history. Local Black residents were hesitant to speak with the FBI due to a deep-seated mistrust stemming from historical experiences with law enforcement agencies. This mistrust was exacerbated by the fear of retaliation, as many had witnessed the consequences of cooperating with authorities in a system that often failed to protect them while actively working against their interests.