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On This Day: Harriet Tubman’s historical raid

NORAL PARHAM - June 2, 2023

On this day in 1863, Harriet Tubman accomplished one of the most remarkable feats in American history. She directed a mass of nearly 800 slaves to liberation, sidestepping Confederate soldiers and risking her own life for the freedom of others.

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Black music tells the American tale

CAMIKE JONES - June 2, 2023

June is Black Music Appreciation Month. A time for celebration. A time for reminiscing. A time to cherish the music that has been the soundtrack for many of our lives.

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African-American Facts for Week of: September 20th

Annette Johnson - @Annette92J - September 22, 2015

Know Your History!Up to the early 20th century, most American knowledge of Black history was limited to the African American struggle through slavery and...

Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Restore Voting Rights Act

Guest Contributor - July 1, 2015

Legislation that would retool and restore the Voting Rights Act was introduced in Congress on June 24.Sens. Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and...

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Juneteenth History: Know Your Black History

Annette Johnson - June 16, 2015

Up to the early 20th century, most American knowledge of Black history was limited to the African American struggle through slavery and emancipation. The...

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African-American Facts for Week of: April 19, 2015

Annette Johnson - April 22, 2015

Know Your History!Up to the early 20th century, most American knowledge of Black history was limited to the African American struggle through slavery and...

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Celebrating “Black History Month”

Annette Johnson - February 5, 2015

Celebrating “Black History Month”Black History Month, or National African American History Month, is an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans and a time...

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African-American Facts for Week of: November 23, 2014

Annette Johnson - November 24, 2014

Know Your History!Up to the early 20th century, most American knowledge of Black history was limited to the African American struggle through slavery and...

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