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The Six Triple Eight: Black, Female Soldiers Honored for World War II Success

The Six Triple Eight Battalion exemplifies perseverance and dedication, overcoming racial and gender barriers during WWII to serve crucial roles.

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Joe Harris, 108, Dies; Thought to Be the Oldest World War II Paratrooper

Joe Harris, an important figure in WWII history, died at 108, known for his service in the 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion.

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The Six Triple Eight: Black, Female Soldiers Honored for World War II Success

The Six Triple Eight Battalion exemplifies perseverance and dedication, overcoming racial and gender barriers during WWII to serve crucial roles.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Joe Harris, 108, Dies; Thought to Be the Oldest World War II Paratrooper

Joe Harris, an important figure in WWII history, died at 108, known for his service in the 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion.

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Sojourner Truth

Sojourner Truth was a prominent abolitionist and civil rights advocate who escaped slavery and fought for women's rights in the United States.

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History

The Aftermath of Nat Turner's Insurrection by John W. Cromwell

The immediate aftermath of Nat Turner's Rebellion caused a violent backlash against Black communities, rooted in the white population's fear of further uprisings.

fromWorld History Encyclopedia

Sojourner Truth

Sojourner Truth was a prominent abolitionist and civil rights advocate who escaped slavery and fought for women's rights in the United States.

fromWorld History Encyclopedia

History

The Aftermath of Nat Turner's Insurrection by John W. Cromwell

The immediate aftermath of Nat Turner's Rebellion caused a violent backlash against Black communities, rooted in the white population's fear of further uprisings.

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Head of African American Museum Departs as Trump Targets Smithsonian

Kevin Young is stepping down from his role as director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture to focus on his writing.

Higher education

The financial shackling of historically Black universities in the United States

Black colleges aimed for freedom but faced systemic barriers leading to persistent inequality.

In 'Flying High,' Tyler D. Ballon's Portraits Parallel Sports, History, Identity, and Patriotism

Tyler D. Ballon reinterprets historical themes of power and identity in his artwork, highlighting the complexities of Black representation.

His work honors African American history and challenges stereotypes surrounding Black masculinity.

fromSan Francisco Bay Times

SF LGBT

Sister Dana sez, "Commemorate and celebrate..." - San Francisco Bay Times

Black History Month celebrates African-American history and achievements, emphasizing the impact of labor on their collective experiences.

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Writing

John David Washington: Every project is different. When I think I've figured it all out, I'll stop acting'

John David Washington embraces his family legacy while establishing his own identity as an artist.

Conserving Black Modernism: An Initiative to Preserve African American Architectural Heritage in the United States

The Getty Foundation's Conserving Black Modernism initiative aims to preserve the architectural legacy of African American architects in the Modernist movement.

Writing

Slaveroad

John Edgar Wideman's 'Slaveroad' blends autobiography with history to explore the lasting impact of slavery on African American identity.

fromNew York Post

Black Civil War soldier finally gets proper military burial - after star NYC journo family spends 15 years tracking down unmarked grave

Sandy Wills, a Civil War soldier, received overdue recognition after his great-great-great-granddaughter located his unmarked grave after 150 years.

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