Celebrating 10 Years Of Black History: Special Delivery!

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Launched in 2015, Black Mail is your source for lesser-known black history facts. We celebrate history makers, movements, and moments that have shaped our world.

  • David Walker: Abolitionist And Pioneer of Black Nationalism & Black Power

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    David Walker was perhaps the original black nationalist. His publication of the "Appeal" demanded freedom for the enslaved and if…
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  • John B. McClendon, Jr: Creator Of The Fast Break, Zone Press, And 4 Corners Offense

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    Pioneering African American basketball coach, John B. McClendon, Jr. is recognized as creating the fast break, zone press, and four…
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  • Dr. Myra Adele Logan: First Woman To Perform Open Heart Surgery

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    Dr. Myra A. Logan was the first woman to perform open heart surgery. Click the link to learn more.
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  • Quote:   Racial “Superiority is a mere ‘PIGMENT’ Of The Imagination”

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    Check out this thought provoking quote!
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  • Comparing Betsy Devos To Ruby Bridges? No Comparison At All!

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    Cartoon featuring Education Secretary Betsy Devos is drawing criticism due to its resemblance to a Norman Rockwell painting commemorating the…
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  • Morehouse College: Celebrating 150th Anniversary

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    Morehouse College (HBCU) celebrates its 150th anniversary on February 14, 2017. Click the link to learn more.
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  • Red Summer Race Riots of 1919

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    The summer of 1919 was hailed as "Red Summer" due to the bloodshed caused by violent race riots across the…
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  • Holla Back? Time To Drop Da Mic?

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    Holla Back Black Mail Readers! Do you agree with this quote: "For the last 20 years, the music industry has…
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  • Estelle Massey-Osborne: 1st African American To Receive A Masters Degree In Nursing

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    Black History:  Special Delivery!! Estelle
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  • Al Jarreau Dead At 76

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    The legendary, iconic voice of Al Jarreau is now silent. The singer has passed away at age 76. Click the…
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  • Charles L. Reason: 1st African American To Teach At A Predominately White College

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    In 1849 Charles Reason became the 1st African American to teach at a predominately white college. He taught, Greek, Latin,…
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