Black History: Facts, People & Month | HISTORY
WEBBlack history is the story of African Americans in the United States and elsewhere. Learn about Black History Month, Black leaders, the Great Migration, the civil rights movement and more.
Black History Facts
WEBOct 27, 2009 · Black History Month honors the contributions of African Americans to U.S. history. Learn about famous firsts in African American history and other little‑known facts.
Black History Milestones: Timeline
WEBOct 14, 2009 · Black history in the United States is a rich and varied chronicle of slavery and liberty, oppression and progress, segregation and achievement.
Black History Month - Wikipedia
WEBBlack History Month is an annually observed commemorative month originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month and was formerly known as Negro History Month before 1976. [4]
Black History Month | Description, History, & Facts | Britannica
WEBAug 22, 2024 · Learn the history and meaning of Black History Month in the United States. At the beginning of the 21st century, Black History Month was celebrated with a range of events at public schools, universities, and museums as well as within individual communities across the country.
How Negro History Week Became Black History Month and Why …
WEBFeb 25, 2021 · Black History Month has been celebrated in the United States for close to 100 years. But what is it, exactly, and how did it begin? In the years after Reconstruction, campaigning for the...
The story behind Black History Month — and why it's ... - NPR
WEBFeb 1, 2022 · Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, triumphs and adversities that are an indelible part of our country's history. This year's theme, Black Health and Wellness, pays...
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