Coalhouse Walker Jr.

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fictional_character
gptkbp:appears_in gptkb:Ragtime
gptkbp:character_arc Transformation from victim to avenger
gptkbp:character_traits gptkb:Charismatic
gptkb:tragic_figure
Determined
Passionate
gptkbp:child gptkb:Coalhouse_Walker_III
gptkbp:conflict Societal oppression
Conflict with the establishment
Struggle against injustice
gptkbp:created_by gptkb:E._L._Doctorow
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Coalhouse Walker Jr.
gptkbp:influences gptkb:Civil_Rights_Movement
gptkbp:inspiration Historical events like the race riots
Historical figures like Booker T. Washington
gptkbp:is_motivated_by gptkb:Revenge
gptkbp:legacy gptkb:cultural_icon
Symbol of resistance
Influence on literature
Symbol of identity
Symbol of unity
Influence on film
Symbol of pride
Symbol of empowerment
Symbol of resilience
Influence on music
Symbol of hope
Symbol of community
Symbol of struggle
Inspiration for activists
Symbol of change
Representation of African American history
gptkbp:nationality gptkb:American
gptkbp:notable_scene The final standoff
Confrontation with the police
Piano performance in the park
The burning of the library
The rally at the park
gptkbp:occupation gptkb:piano
gptkbp:portrayed_by Actors in various adaptations
gptkbp:portrayed_in Film adaptation of Ragtime
gptkbp:relationship gptkb:Sarah
Father to Coalhouse Walker III
Partner to Sarah
gptkbp:setting Early 20th century America
gptkbp:spouse gptkb:Sarah
gptkbp:symbolizes African American struggle
gptkbp:theme Social justice
Racism
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Ragtime
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4