Mason v. Smith
In the landmark case of Mason v. Smith in 1856, Bridget “Biddy” Mason took legal action against her master in a courageous bid for freedom...
Category : History
B.D. Marlowe Plantation
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Situated in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, the plantation owned by B.D. Marlowe holds a significant place in the history of the region. This...
Philip Jordan
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Philip Jordan’s name may not be widely recognized in the annals of history, but his role as a first-hand observer and informal reporter on the...
Timuel D. Black Jr
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Timuel D. Black Jr. was a prominent figure in African American history, known for his significant contributions as an educator, civil rights activist, historian, and...
Joseph Philippe Lemercier Laroche
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Joseph Philippe Lemercier Laroche was a notable figure in history as the only known black passenger on board the ill-fated RMS Titanic. Born on May...
Henry E. Clark Jr
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In 1951, the city of Cicero, Illinois became the site of a significant event in the history of civil rights in the United States. The...
The Cicero Riot of 1951
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The Cicero Riot of 1951 is a significant event in American history that shed light on the racial tensions and discrimination prevalent in the country...
Lewis Robards
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In the annals of American history, the institution of slavery has left an indelible mark, with its legacy of suffering, exploitation, and dehumanization. Within this...
The Lawrence Massacre: Quantrill’s Raid on Lawrence, Kansas 1863
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The Lawrence Massacre, also known as Quantrill’s Raid, was a significant event during the American Civil War. It took place on August 21, 1863, in...
Paula Giddings
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Paula Giddings is a renowned historian and author known for her groundbreaking work in African American and women’s history. With a career spanning decades, Giddings...