Those Aunt Jemima pancakes ads

By First • Jun 12th, 2008 • Category: Art & Design

We love them in Jamaica, the pancake mix and the syrup, “M-m-m-m!” But their advertising, it was kind of racist…

On the other hand, was this the probably the one black person who could tell whites in pre-MLK America what to do. “M-m-m-m! Serve Him Praise-Invitin’ Aunt Jemima Waffles!”

So let’s be gracious. “M-m-m-m!”

Aunt Jemima has a rich history spanning over 115 years. Read on to learn more about important milestones in the fascinating history of the Aunt Jemima brand.

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