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Explore key moments, milestones and figures in Black History, from slavery and its abolition to the civil rights movement and beyond. Watch videos, read stories and browse photos of African American achievements and struggles.
- Civil Rights Movement Timeline
The civil rights movement was an organized effort by black...
- Martin Luther King Jr
On January 30, 1956, Martin Luther King Jr.’s house was...
- Coretta Scott King
After her husband became pastor, Coretta Scott King joined...
- Bree Newsome on Lynda Blackmon Lowery, a Black History Legend
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- Langston Hughes
Langston Hughes was a defining figure of the 1920s Harlem...
- How The NAACP Fights Racial Discrimination
How did the NAACP (the National Association for the...
- Civil Rights Movement Timeline
14 paź 2009 · Learn about the key events and figures in the history of Black people in the United States, from slavery and resistance to civil rights and achievement. Explore the timeline from 1619 to the present day and discover the stories behind the milestones.
6 dni temu · Black History Month, also called African American History Month, is a monthlong celebration of African American history and achievement. It takes place annually during the month of February in the United States.
These biographies and stories celebrate Black history and achievement, including the work of Martin Luther King Jr., Maya Angelou, Barack Obama, and Muhammad Ali.
In 2020, Black History Month was celebrated in seven African countries for the first time. Participating countries were Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Ivory Coast, Comores, Senegal and Cameroon. The event was initiated by the organisation Africa Mondo founded by Mélina Seymour. From 2021 onwards an African History Month was celebrated in March.
14 sty 2010 · Learn about the history and significance of Black History Month, a celebration of achievements by African Americans and their central role in U.S. history. Explore the 2024 theme, "African Americans and the Arts," and discover facts, photos and stories of notable Black figures.
3 paź 2023 · In the UK, Black History Month happens every October. It gives everyone the opportunity to share, celebrate and understand the impact of black heritage and culture.
