Horace Greeley
Horace Greeley (1811-1872) was an American newspaper editor, reformer, and politician who played an important role in shaping the political and cultural landscape of the...
Author : joe bodego
Slave Auction, 1859
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In early March 1859, an enormous slave action took place at the Race Course three miles outside Savannah, Georgia. Four hundred thirty-six slaves were to...
Fannie Taylor
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In January 1923, an accusation made by Fannie Taylor, a white woman living in Sumner, Florida, set off a chain of events that culminated in...
Herbie Hancock
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Herbie Hancock is a legendary American jazz pianist, keyboardist, composer, and bandleader, whose influence on the world of music spans decades and genres. Born on...
Toyin Agbetu
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Toyin Agbetu is a British-Nigerian social activist and filmmaker, best known for his work advocating for social justice and human rights. He was born in...
The British Monarchy’s Ties to Slavery
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The British monarchy’s ties to slavery can be traced back to the country’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade, which lasted from the 16th to...
The Negro Act of 1740
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The Negro Act of 1740 was a law passed by the South Carolina colonial assembly in response to the Stono Rebellion, which had occurred the...
Abolitionists
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Abolitionists were a diverse group of people who fought against the institution of slavery in the United States during the 19th century. They were dedicated...
Henry “Box” Brown: A Journey to Freedom
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In 1850, Brown debuted his “Mirror of Slavery” panorama, a stage show depicting the horrors of slavery, in Boston. After the Fugitive Slave Act passed...
The Louisiana Purchase
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The Louisiana Purchase was a significant event in the history of the United States, and its impact is still felt today. Here is a more...