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Gullah Geechee Fight to Keep Ancestral Land

Published Sunday, May 10, 2026 · Updated May 10

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The Gullah Geechee people in South Carolina are facing significant land loss, primarily concerning heirs' properties. A 2019 study identified over 41,000 such properties in the state, valued at over $3.42 billion, highlighting the scale of the issue.

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  • A 2019 study from Auburn University found over 41,000 heirs' properties in South Carolina, totaling more than 167,500 hectares and valued at over $3.42 billion.

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  • The GuardianLeft-leaning

    The article frames the Gullah Geechee land loss as an existential threat to their community and cultural heritage, advocating for systemic changes and community support to combat gentrification and economic displacement.

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