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13th Amendment: The End of Slavery And The Beginning Of The Fight For Equality

Dec 18, 2020 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

Although the ending of slavery is often credited to the Abraham Lincoln and the Emancipation Proclomation in 1863, the amendment to the constitution was not ratified until December 18, 1865.

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Exploring the Majestic Maasai Tribe on Kenya Independence

Dec 12, 2020 11:26AM ● By Oga Africa

On Kenyan Independence Day, we are highlighting one of its most well known tribes: the Maasai. Most Maasai are known for their tall stature, spears, red clothing and retention of traditional culture. Beyond the surface, there is so much more. Let’s jump right in!

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“Lift Every Voice and Sing”: Understanding The Black National Anthem

Dec 12, 2020 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

In 1899, years after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, James Weldon Johnson penned the poem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” as a way to commemorate the late president’s birthday.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Becomes Youngest Nobel Prize Laureate

Dec 10, 2020 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

At the age of thirty-five, Martin Luther King, Jr. became the youngest man to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.

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Tanzania Independence Day: Mount Kilimanjaro, Wildlife and Animal Preservation

Dec 09, 2020 08:00AM ● By Oga Africa

On Tanzania’s Independence Day, we take a look inside Mount Kilimanjaro, wildlife in the country and the impact of anti-poaching initiatives in the region.

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Celebrating Rosa Parks 65 Years After Her Historic Stand In Montgomery

Dec 01, 2020 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

After a long day of work at a department store, Parks, 42 at the time, refused to stand for a White passenger when asked by the bus driver, James Fred Blake.

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Celebrating Barbados Independence Day

Nov 30, 2020 08:00AM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence day to Barbados! Today November 30, 1966, this Caribbean country gained independence from the British. Let’s explore eight interesting facts about this country!

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Mauritania in Focus on Independence Day

Nov 28, 2020 08:00AM ● By Oga Africa

Happy Independence Day, Mauritania! On November 28, 1960, this Northwestern African country declared independence from the French. Let’s learn about their history of influence on the world, and contributions to societies such as Spain.

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Celebrate 125 Years of The National Medical Association

Nov 26, 2020 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

125 years ago, on November 26, the National Medical Association, originally known as the National Negro Medical Association, was formed. With the help of Howard University and Meharry Medical school staff members, the association was established to support those in the medical profession including pharmacists, doctors, and dentists

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Garrett Morgan and The Invention of The Traffic Light

Nov 20, 2020 08:00AM ● By Kassidy Garland

Despite his 6th grade education, Garrett Morgan proved to be an incredibly intelligent and inventive individual.

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