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Black History Month
 Black History Month
Each year beginning on February 1, an entire whole month of events are planned nationwide honoring the contributions of African Americans.
Black History Month began in 1926 as part of an initiative by writer and educator Dr. Carter G. Woodson who launched Negro History Week in 1926. Woodson proclaimed that Negro History Week should always occur in the second week of February —between the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln.
Since 1976, every American president has proclaimed February as Black History Month. Today, other countries such as Canada and the United Kingdom also devote a month to celebrating black history.
The Web is a great place to find out more about that history — in poetry, literature, the arts, sciences, sports and entertainment — making Black History Month a time of fun, celebration, and learning:
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| Top 20 Quotes for Black History Month |
Words of inspiration, wisdom and wit from some of the most well known African American authors, poets, sports and political figures combine an outpouring of pride with hope and anger
in expressions that capture the spirit of black history ....
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| How James Earl Jones Turned Fear Into Fame |
Perhaps you know James Earl Jones as the voice of Star War’s
Darth Vader or as Mufasa in the Lion King. He has been laden with Tony, Emmy and Obie Awards. People look at him today and see a confident actor with a deep, resonant voice. The next time you see him, look deeper ....
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| African-American
Spiritual Health & Healing |
 People of color face stress in everyday life that can affect both physical and spiritual health. Taking care of others may be a part of the African-American cultural heritage that's been handed down through generations, but it just may be time to start taking care of yourself.... |
More about black history around the Web:
Librarians' Index to the Internet - African-American History - A major starting point for exploring black history and culture on the Net with related links to museums, movies and theater, noted black women, Martin Luther King Day, the Amistad Revolt, general histories, timelines, and lots more.
AOL Black Voices Channel - This AOL offering is focused on the African American Community all year long... the coverage of Black History Month topics, TV shows and more is excellent...
History Channel - Black History Month - Great coverage with the complete TV schedule as well as online biographies, great speeches, video clips, Web exclusives, related resources.
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