African-American History Facts
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Black History Trivia
Let's celebrate the people and events of Black History in America. The study of African-American history has come a long way since Dr. Carter G. Woodson instituted Negro History Week in 1926. Woodson chose a week in February to coincide with existing African-American celebrations of the births of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. Today what was once Negro History Week has expanded to February's African-American History Month.
Photograph: Famed Underground Railroad conductor and 19th century abolitionist Harriet Tubman
Harriet Tubman Strategizes for Slaves' Escapes
Widely-known for leading over 300 slaves to freedom as a conductor of the
Underground Railroad, Harriet Tubman used clever strategies that led to her
remarkable success. For instance, she would leave on a Saturday night because
escaped slave notices couldn't be published until Monday. Learn more about Harriet Tubman
Get this Book: From Slavery to Freedom
The Definitive Text on African-American History
This book is the landmark text on African-American history. Originally published in 1947, it's now in its 8th edition.
Frederick Douglass' Autobiographies
Get all three Douglass autobiographies in one volume.
Countdown to African-American History Month Ending
African-American History Month Ending: February 29, 2012
Frederick Douglass Publishes 1st Autobiography
In 1845, abolitionist Frederick Douglass published the slave narrative, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
2012 Black History Calendars
Harriet Tubman Gifts
Abolitionist Changes Her Name
Sojourner Truth's birth name was Isabella. This abolitionist changed her name to reflect her life's mission. Sojourner meant she traveled widely and Truth stood for the truth she told about slavery at speaking engagements.
First African-American Senator
Hiram Revels was the first African-American elected to the United States Senate. He represented the state of Mississippi and completed the term that had been abandoned by Jefferson Davis. Revels took his oath of office for the Senate on February 25, 1870.
Gordon Parks Photography
Black Civil War Soldiers Honored
Four soldiers of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry received the Gilmore medal for gallantry in the storming of Fort Wagner. One of the recipients was Sgt. William H. Carney who, despite multiple wounds, kept the flag flying during two advances.
received the Gilmore medal for gallantry in the storming of Fort Wagner. One of the recipients was Sgt. William H. Carney who, despite multiple wounds, kept the flag flying during two advances.Sources: Fort Ward Museum and From Slavery to Freedom (3rd edition) by Dr. John Hope Franklin
First African-American Civil War Regiment
Another African-American Civil War Regiment
This historic black and white photograph is of Company E, 4th US Colored Infantry, an African-American civil war regiment photographed at Fort Lincoln in Washington DC.
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Phillyfreeze69
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- I had the opportunity to meet Carter G. Woodson, Jr. in 1967 when I lived in Tuskegee, Alabama with my uncle Robert L. Tucker who was a mortician and funeral director for the Locklair Funeral Home.
Mr. Locklair was the first Black Congressman since Reconstruction. Also, Johnny Ford was elected Mayor and Lucious Anderson was the Sheriff of Tuskegee. Dr.Patterson was President of then called Tuskegee Institute.
Lionel Richie and the Commodores was still students at the college. Dr. Keith Black, Head of Neurosurgey at Cedar Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles family had a farm outside of Tuskegee. Radio host and media entrepreneur Tom Joiner was a student there at this particular time. Great lens on some of the great accomplishments of our forefathers.
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dcgal
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- phillyfreeze69--Cool! Thanks for sharing & dropping by.
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Go In-depth: Biographies
Learn more about the lives of these historical figures.
Sister to Sister Gifts
Great Stuff Made for Us
Sister to Sister Gifts is a gift shop for today's African-American woman.
- Sister to Sister Gifts - Great Stuff Made for Us
- Books, magazines, music and jewelry for the African-American woman. At Sister to Sister Gifts, you can subscribe to Essence magazine, buy music from Odetta and find resources for natural hair care. You'll also find chilren's books with African-American main characters as well as bestsellers for the grown-ups.
Jobs in African-American History
Real jobs for history majors
If African-American history is your specialty, keep reading for job listings.
- Intern - African American Interpreter
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Colonial Williamsburg Foundation - Williamsburg, VA
programs in African American history, from inception... Knowledge of African American history and culture, and enjoyment and appreciation of history Excellent... ... - Tenure-Line Assistant Professor in African History
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American University - Washington, DC
of History African History The History Department... send materials to: African History Search Committee, Department of History, American University, 4400... ... - Latin American History
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Hamilton College - Clinton, NY
Latin American History The History Department of... and South America. An ability to teach African-American history is desirable. Ph.D. or ABD required... ... - Assistant Professor - African American Studies
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CUNY New York City College of Technology - New York, NY
African American Studies Payroll Title or Level: Assistant Professor Department: African American... in African American Studies or related field (history... ... - Assistant Professor - African American Studies
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CUNY - New York, NY
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS The African American Studies... D. at time of appointment in African American Studies or related field (history and/social science). The... ...
Index
- Harriet Tubman Strategizes for Slaves' Escapes
- Get this Book: From Slavery to Freedom
- Frederick Douglass' Autobiographies
- Black History Month Ends February 29
- Frederick Douglass Publishes 1st Autobiography
- 2012 Black History Calendars
- Harriet Tubman Gifts
- Abolitionist Changes Her Name
- First African-American Senator
- Gordon Parks Photography
- Black Civil War Soldiers Honored
- First African-American Civil War Regiment
- Another African-American Civil War Regiment
- Learn More about Black History
- Talk Back to Us
- Go In-depth: Biographies
- Sister to Sister Gifts
- Jobs in African-American History
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- ASALH's 2008 Theme for Black History Month
- ASALH's 2009 African-American History Month Theme
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ASALH's 2008 Theme for Black History Month
February is officially Black History Month in the United States. The Association for the Study of African-American Life and History (ASALH) announced theme of this year's African-American history month is Carter G. Woodson and the Origins of Multiculturalism. Woodson is also the founder of ASALH. Learn more about Carter G. Woodson's life by reading the books below.
ASALH's 2009 African-American History Month Theme
The Association for the Study of African-American Life and History (ASALH) declared that this year's theme for Black History Month is The Quest for Black Citizenship in the Americas.
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