100 Greatest African Americans - Wikipedia
WEB100 Greatest African Americans is a biographical dictionary of one hundred historically great Black Americans (in alphabetical order; that is, they are not ranked), as assessed by Temple University professor Molefi Kete Asante in 2002. A similar book was written by Columbus Salley.
35 Famous Black Americans Everyone Should Know
WEBJan 18, 2024 · We’ve put together this list of just some of the inspiring famous Black Americans everyone should know for their representation and contributions to the struggle for equality. Use this list for class discussions during Black History Month or …
31 Black Americans Heroes of History - Famous African Americans
WEBFeb 1, 2023 · When it comes to pioneers in African American history, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Maya Angelou, James Baldwin, and Muhammad Ali are often mentioned—and rightfully so. But what do you know about other Black history heroes, like Claudette Colvin, Alice Coachman, or Shirley Chisholm?
275+ Famous Black People Who Changed the World - Ongig Blog
WEBMar 23, 2021 · Famous Black People Who Changed the World. As part of Ongig’s mission to celebrate all people year-round, I felt inspired to start a list of famous Black people in history. The folks on our list below achieved greatness, despite struggles they might have faced because of the color of their skin.
These Black Americans broke racial barriers. These are their untold ...
WEBJan 30, 2024 · While most of these pioneers are long gone, historians and surviving friends and family are working to keep their legacies alive. This Black History Month, we celebrate the unsung heroes of ...
30 Black Historical Figures To Celebrate - Parade
WEBFeb 1, 2024 · Incredible, influential pioneers in African American history. Read about heroes like Ella Baker, Claudette Colvin, Gordon Parks, Bayard Rustin and more as they’ve made way for...
14 People Who Broke Barriers to Make Black History - NBC News
WEBFeb 25, 2017 · In honor of Black History Month, here's a look at 14 people who broke color barriers to become the first Black Americans to achieve historic accomplishments in politics, academics, aviation...
20 Extraordinary Black Americans Who Changed The World
WEBFeb 1, 2021 · Filled with stories of bravery, determination, justice, compassion, and talent, here are 20 Black Americans who changed the world as we know it! 1. Claudette Colvin was just 15 years old when she refused to move to the back of a …
The Root 100 - The Most Influential African Americans In 2020
WEBThe Root 100 is our annual list of the most influential African Americans, ages 25 to 45. It’s our way of honoring the innovators, the leaders, the public figures and the game changers whose...
23 Black leaders who are shaping history today - CNBC
WEBFeb 1, 2021 · From helping to develop a Covid-19 vaccine, to breaking barriers in the White House and in the C-suite, below are 23 Black leaders who are shattering glass ceilings in their wide-ranging roles.