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Known as the “Father of The Underground Railroad,” William Still played a pivotal role in helping enslaved people of African descent escape slavery. Click the link to learn more.
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The 1919 Elaine Massacre is one of the deadliest events of racial violence in U.S. History and resulted in a landmark Supreme Court decision that challenged the use of racial violence and coercion against Black defendants. Click the link to learn more.
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In 1831, enslaved African American preacher Nat Turner launched a slave uprising, believing that a solar eclipse was a sign from God to begin the rebellion. Click the link to learn more.
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The National League For The Protection of Colored Women was founded by S.W. Layton and Frances Kellor to assist black women domestic workers migrating to the north in search of domestic work. Click the link to learn more.
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Queen Amanirenas was a fierce African military leader who defended Kush (modern-day Sudan) against Roman conquest. Even with her husband and son being killed during the conflict as well losing an eye in battle she persevered. Click the link to learn more.
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The Black and Tan Republicans were African American Republican Party members who advocated for African American political representation during Reconstruction. Click the link to learn more.
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Originating in the 19th century, the cakewalk was a dance performed by enslaved people of African descent to mimic the dancing of white slave owners. Click the link to learn more.
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Michele Roberts made history as the first female executive director of the NBA Players Union. Click the link to learn more.
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The U.S. Senate’s use of the filibuster has long been used as a tactic to thwart civil rights and voting legislation. Click the link to learn more.
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Georgia Gilmore and The Club From Nowhere are unsung heroes of the Montgomery Bus Boycott, raising funds that were critical to the success of the boycott. Click the link to learn more.
