Black History Month: Post 1
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February 1st, 2021 marks the beginning of Black History month in the United States. This month is a time to celebrate, reflect, volunteer and raise one’s awareness on the contributions of African Americans to the U.S. (and around the world).
Did you know? ….Black History across the Globe (Act 1: Scene 1)
United States
In 1926, Carter G. Woodson* and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History announced the 2nd week of February as ~ Negro History Week
In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History month
*As an additional head nod to Mr. Woodson and Illinois, during the Summer of 1915, Mr. Woodson would travel to Washington, D.C. to participate in a national celebration marking the 50th anniversary of emancipation.
