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Month: November 2022

When a Black boxing champion beat the ‘Great White Hope,’ all hell broke loose

When a Black boxing champion beat the ‘Great White Hope,’ all hell broke loose

November 28, 2022November 28, 2022

Published: June 30, 2021 8.11am EDT An audacious Black heavyweight champion was slated to defend his title against a white boxer in Reno, Nevada, on July 4, 1910. It was…

What Happened To Black Soldiers After The Civil War?

What Happened To Black Soldiers After The Civil War?

November 21, 2022November 24, 2022

Black soldiers have proudly fought in every American war since the founding of this country, including the infamous Civil War.  Written By Bilal G. Morris , Senior Editor @blogzworth Posted…

The Downfall Of Allensworth: How Racism And Lies Destroyed A Black Town In California

The Downfall Of Allensworth: How Racism And Lies Destroyed A Black Town In California

November 14, 2022November 14, 2022

Here is the amazing and tragic story of Allensworth, the only California town to be founded, financed, and governed by Black people Written By Bilal G. Morris | 05.16.22 Almost…

Maggie Lena Walker

Maggie Lena Walker

November 8, 2022November 8, 2022

1864-1934 By Arlisha R. Norwood, NWHM Fellow | 2017 At the turn of the century, Maggie Lena Walker was one of the foremost female business leaders in the United States.…

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