Today in History: September 22, Lincoln issues preliminary Emancipation Proclamation
September 22 marks significant historical events, particularly the issuance of the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation by Lincoln in 1862.
Black Americans Should Avoid Moving to This City
Racism and roadblocks to equality persist for Black Americans even after historical milestones like the Emancipation Proclamation and the Civil Rights Act.
Why Is Black History Month In February, The Shortest Month?
Black History Month is in February because it coincides with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.
The study of Black History has two periods: before Woodson and after Woodson.
The Radical Faith of Harriet Tubman
Harriet Tubman's courageous missions went beyond the Underground Railroad, including liberating hundreds during the Civil War.
Juneteenth celebrates freedom of over 250,000 slaves post-Civil War.
Before Juneteenth
Juneteenth celebrations predate the official federal recognition, with New Orleans hosting early events in 1864, highlighting the national significance of the holiday.
Blow: On Juneteenth, freedom came with strings attached
Juneteenth commemorates freedom but overlooks ongoing restrictions on Black freedom post-emancipation.
How (& Why) To Explain Juneteenth To Your Kids
Juneteenth, a crucial milestone in Black liberation, only became a federal holiday in 2021, highlighting the overdue recognition of this historic day.
Here is how Juneteenth came to be and why it's so important
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., originating from the announcement in Texas on June 19, 1865, regarding the abolition of slavery.
What is Juneteenth, And Why do We Celebrate?
Juneteenth celebrates freedom of over 250,000 slaves post-Civil War.
Before Juneteenth
Juneteenth celebrations predate the official federal recognition, with New Orleans hosting early events in 1864, highlighting the national significance of the holiday.
Blow: On Juneteenth, freedom came with strings attached
Juneteenth commemorates freedom but overlooks ongoing restrictions on Black freedom post-emancipation.
How (& Why) To Explain Juneteenth To Your Kids
Juneteenth, a crucial milestone in Black liberation, only became a federal holiday in 2021, highlighting the overdue recognition of this historic day.
Here is how Juneteenth came to be and why it's so important
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., originating from the announcement in Texas on June 19, 1865, regarding the abolition of slavery.