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Jan 31, 2022 · Carter G. Woodson, an African-American historian, chose a week in February to recognize African Americans. (Wikimedia) The story of Black History Month dates back to 1926 in the United States. At ...
Black History Month was created to focus attention on the contributions of African Americans to the United States. It honors all Black people from all periods of U.S. history, from the enslaved people first brought over from Africa in the early 17th century to African Americans living in the United States today.
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- Carter G. Woodson is the “Father of Black History.” The historian was the second Black student to graduate from Harvard University with a doctorate degree.
- Black History Month is in February in recognition of the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass. The month was chosen in recognition of the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.
- William Tucker was the first Black person born in the 13 colonies. William Tucker was born in 1624 to indentured servants in Jamestown, Virginia. They were among the first group of Africans brought to the colonies by Great Britain.
- The first novel published by a Black author was published in 1853. Clotel: or, The President’s Daughter was written by lecturer and abolitionist William Wells Brown.
Jan 31, 2024 · Diversity & Inclusion. Holidays & Seasons. Black History Month for Kids: Google Slides, Resources, and More. Use this month to celebrate and honor Black history, culture, and people. We Are Teachers. By We Are Teachers Staff. Jan 31, 2024. February 1 marks the beginning of Black History Month in the United States.
Oct 3, 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. People from African and ...
Oct 7, 2024 · Black History Month is celebrated each year in October to remember moments in history, achievements and contributions that black people have made in the United Kingdom. It was introduced in 1987 ...
Carla Cioffi/NASA. The month of February is Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, in the United States. It became a monthlong celebration in 1976, but the history of the celebration dates back to the 1920s. It was created to highlight the contributions Black people have made to American history and culture.
