Carter G. Woodson: The Man Behind Black History Month
Woodson dedicated his life to educating African Americans about the achievements and contributions of their ancestors.
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Louisiana's Werewolf: The Rougarou
In the shadowed bayous of Louisiana's Tickfaw State Park, the legend of the Rougarou blurs the line between folklore and fear.
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Black History Month
Black History Month
February is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.
10 Must-See Landmarks of Black History
These sites preserve Black Americans’ contributions to society as artists, entrepreneurs, athletes, soldiers and activists.
Black Heroes Throughout US Military History
Meet the standout soldiers, spies and homefront forces who fought in American conflicts, from the Revolution to World War II.
6 Women Who Helped Lead the Civil Rights Movement
Though their stories are sometimes overlooked, these women were instrumental in the fight for equal rights for African Americans.
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The Courage of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment
The 1st Rhode Island Regiment broke barriers in the Revolutionary War as the first predominantly Black unit in the Continental Army.
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