February 2012

BLACK HISTORY: OUR BROTHER

February 7, 2012

There are many figures within the diaspora of Black History. Many inspire, lead, took action, paid the price and stood up like never before. Out of all the individuals that I know about there is only one who has ever sparked my attention, appreciation, love and gratitude like no other, Malcolm X . All respect, [...]

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BLACK HISTORY: THE STAR

February 5, 2012

Josephine Baker sashayed onto a Paris stage during the 1920s with a comic, yet sensual appeal that took Europe by storm. Famous for barely-there dresses and no-holds-barred dance routines, her exotic beauty generated nicknames “Black Venus,” “Black Pearl” and “Creole Goddess.” Admirers bestowed a plethora of gifts, including diamonds and cars, and she received approximately [...]

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BLACK HISTORY: THE MAN

February 4, 2012

Boxer, philanthropist, social activist. Born Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky. Once one of the top American boxers, Muhammad Ali has shown that he is not afraid of any fight—inside or outside the ring. Growing up in the segregated South, Ali experienced firsthand the prejudice and discrimination that African-Americans faced [...]

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Black History: The Liberator

February 3, 2012

Marcus Garvey was born in St. Ann’s Bay, Jamaica on August 17, 1887 and died in London, England on June 10th, 1940. His childhood was characterized by an adequate elementary education supplemented by private tutors and Sunday Schools. His childhood was deeply rooted in a pleasant environment. His parents were engaged in small-scale peasant farming. [...]

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Black History: The Inventor

February 2, 2012

Black History is American History. Seeing that many of the contributions of other ethnic groups are omitted from the usual education we receive on American History I’ve decided to share the stories of people and incidents that have helped to mold this country. This story is shared in full from Bio.com: http://www.biography.com/people/george-carruthers-538794?page=1 Born October 1, [...]

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