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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.
Shirley Chisholm Quote
Reading time: 1 minutesShirley Chisholm Quote: "If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair."
Thank Dr. Clarence Ellis When You Click An Icon On Your Computer!
Reading time: 2 minutesDr. Clarence “Skip” Ellis was the first African American to earn a Ph.D in Computer Science. He is also credited…
World’s 1st Black Flight Attendant – Leopoldine Smith
Reading time: 4 minutesIn 1957, Leopoldine Smith is the world’s 1st black flight attendant! Click the link to learn more.
Malcolm X – Quote
Reading time: 1 minutesCheck out this Malcolm X Quote - He was "woke" long before it was politically correct!
All Roads Lead To The “Sugar Shack” on November 8th!
Reading time: 1 minutesLet's take our "SOULS TO THE POLLS" on November 8th!!
Dr. Charles H. Wright: Physician With A Passion for African American History
Reading time: 2 minutesBlack History: Special Delivery!! Dr. Charles Howard Wright (1918 – 2002) was an African-American physician. He founded the Charles H.…Dr. Charles H. Wright: Physician With A Passion for African American History
Reading time: 2 minutesBlack History: Special Delivery!! Dr. Charles Howard Wright (1918 – 2002) was an African-American physician. He founded the Charles H.…
Ellenae Fairhurst: 1st Black Woman To Own A Lexus & Infiniti Dealership
Reading time: 3 minutesEllenae Fairhurst: 1st Black Woman To Own A Lexus & Infiniti Car Dealership. Click the link to learn more.
One Year Anniversary Of Charleston, SC Church Shooting
Reading time: 1 minutesJune 17, 2016 marks the one year anniversary when 9 African American church members were gunned down at Mother Emmanuel…
Another Legend Has Left Us: Muhammad Ali Dead At 74
Reading time: 2 minutesThe death of Muhammad Ali on June 3rd at the age of 74, has brought about many tributes and condolences.…Neil DeGrasse Tyson Quote
Reading time: 1 minutesBlack History: Special Delivery!! It's okay to encourage others to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. But if you do,…