“In the car on the way to my Aunt Mildred’s for my ninth birthday party, we heard on the radio that the Japanese had bombed Pearl Harbor. America was at war. ‘And on my birthday, too,’ I murmured. Everything changed then. America mobilized. No more butter. White margarine with a little orange button of dye […]
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The History Of African-Canadians
This video shows diverse perspectives of African-Canadian history. It shows: The implementation of African-Canadian history into a high school’s curriculum, an interview with the author of, “The Book of Negroes,” and the descendants of African-Canadian pioneers. Tweet
Read the rest of this entry »Invention Spotlight: Dr. Thomas Mensah: Fiber Optics & Nano Technology Inventor
A battery that only need to be charged once a week….I wonder if Jamie Foxx’s character in Annie was partially based on this genius inventor. [SIDEBAR: Dr. Thomas Mensah has published a book called, “The Right Stuff Comes in Black, Too.” I hope to check his book out before the year is over.] Tweet
Read the rest of this entry »Black History Fact Of The Day: Freedman’s Saving and Trust Company
Freedman’s Saving and Trust Company was in operation from 1865 and 1874. According to Wikipedia, the savings bank was formed “specifically as a depository for African-American veterans, ex-slaves and their families to build their savings.” The bank was established and headquartered in New York. However, its first branch was opened in Washington D.C. At one […]
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Selma, March 7, 1965. Tweet
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This is a great video for parents to watch if they have young children! This book/video gives Black history information that is not likely to be taught in schools. Tweet
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