10 Things You May Not Know About Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks, born on February 4, 1913, is known for her defiance against segregation. Get the details on her act of civil disobedience.
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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.
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Though their stories are sometimes overlooked, these women were instrumental in the fight for equal rights for African Americans.
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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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