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Why does the Harlem Renaissance hold such significance in US history despite its fading influence during the Great Depression?

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The video describes how the Harlem Renaissance was a groundbreaking movement for African American artists, writers, musicians, and intellectuals. The Harlem Renaissance represented the first wave of culturally resonant artwork from the African American community, and the movement helped open opportunities for future African Americans.

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There were many reasons why the Harlem Renaissance held such significance in US history despite its fading influence during the Great Depression, but the main reasons is because it introduced whites to black culture. 
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