Price Birch & Co – Dealers in Slaves
Price Birch & Co, a prominent dealer in slaves, holds a significant place in the history of the transatlantic slave trade. The company’s operations and...
Category : History
Boynton v. Virginia
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Boynton v. Virginia was a landmark United States Supreme Court case that addressed the issue of racial discrimination in interstate transportation. The case arose in...
Moses Wright
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Moses Wright, the great-uncle of Emmett Till, played a significant role in the tragic events that led to the brutal murder of his nephew in...
Curtis Jones
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Curtis Jones, a cousin of Emmett Till, played a significant role in the tragic events that unfolded in the summer of 1955. His connection to...
The Contraband Relief Association
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The Contraband Relief Association was established amid the Civil War in the United States, with the primary goal of providing support and relief to escaped...
The Talented Tenth
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The concept of the “talented tenth” has been a topic of discussion and debate within the African American community for over a century. Coined by...
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
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Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church holds a significant place in the history of Mississippi as the first African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) church in the state....
Emory Conrad Malick
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Emory Conrad Malick, a notable figure in aviation history, emerged as a pioneering force within the realm of flight from the state of Pennsylvania. His...
The Journal of Negro History
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The Journal of Negro History, now known as The Journal of African American History, has a rich and storied legacy in the academic world. As...
William O’Neal
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William O’Neal was a significant figure in American history, known for his involvement in the civil rights movement and his controversial role as an informant...