Chicago’s First Black Owned-Motel | Roberts Motel

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Herman Roberts in the 1960s created an empire for black Chicagoans and entertainers to have leisure. Plus, giving black entertainers a place to stay. Key points revealed in this documentary are Robert's childhood, entrepreneurial spirit, success, failure, and legacy. SourcesDisclaimer: Some scenes, voices, and images in this documentary are AI generated for immersive purposes..

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