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The Little-Known History Behind Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘I Have A Dream’ Speech

When he took the podium to deliver the "I Have A Dream" speech in Washington, D.C. on August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King wasn't even going to utter that immortal line — then fate interceded.

By Savannah Cox • Nov 26, 2021

The Little-Known History Behind Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘I Have A Dream’ Speech

When he took the podium to deliver the "I Have A Dream" speech in Washington, D.C. on August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King wasn't even going to utter that immortal line — then fate interceded.

By Savannah Cox • November 26, 2021

Ona Judge, The Story Of The Slave Who Escaped Washington’s Plantation

Ona Judge escaped a life of slavery on George Washington's plantation and stood her ground when he sent men to retrieve her.

By Katie Serena • Nov 20, 2021

Ona Judge, The Story Of The Slave Who Escaped Washington’s Plantation

Ona Judge escaped a life of slavery on George Washington's plantation and stood her ground when he sent men to retrieve her.

By Katie Serena • November 20, 2021

The Harrowing Story Of The Tulsa Race Massacre That Devastated Oklahoma In 1921

"Black Wall Street" was once the United States' wealthiest African-American neighborhood. But during the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, a white mob destroyed the whole thing in just one day.

By Mark Oliver • Nov 17, 2021

The Harrowing Story Of The Tulsa Race Massacre That Devastated Oklahoma In 1921

"Black Wall Street" was once the United States' wealthiest African-American neighborhood. But during the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921, a white mob destroyed the whole thing in just one day.

By Mark Oliver • November 17, 2021

Meet George Raveling, The Basketball Coach Who Owns The ‘I Have A Dream’ Speech

At the 1963 March on Washington, George Raveling boldly asked Martin Luther King Jr. for a copy of his remarks. To his surprise, the iconic civil rights leader handed it to him.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 17, 2021

Meet George Raveling, The Basketball Coach Who Owns The ‘I Have A Dream’ Speech

At the 1963 March on Washington, George Raveling boldly asked Martin Luther King Jr. for a copy of his remarks. To his surprise, the iconic civil rights leader handed it to him.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 17, 2021

A Deaf Black Man Was Murdered By A White Supremacist Mob In 1898 — He Just Received A Proper Funeral

Joshua Halsey was murdered during the Wilmington Massacre that saw a racist mob of 2,000 white men overthrew the city's democratically-elected government and kill up to 300 people.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 12, 2021

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A Deaf Black Man Was Murdered By A White Supremacist Mob In 1898 — He Just Received A Proper Funeral

Joshua Halsey was murdered during the Wilmington Massacre that saw a racist mob of 2,000 white men overthrew the city's democratically-elected government and kill up to 300 people.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 12, 2021

Meet Garrett Morgan, The Black Inventor Who Saved Lives With His Creations

Garrett Augustus Morgan didn't get his due until after his death in 1963 — despite inventing the modern traffic light and an early version of the gas mask.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 9, 2021

Meet Garrett Morgan, The Black Inventor Who Saved Lives With His Creations

Garrett Augustus Morgan didn't get his due until after his death in 1963 — despite inventing the modern traffic light and an early version of the gas mask.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 9, 2021

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman • Nov 8, 2021

55 History Books That Will Change Your Outlook On Life

Missed out on the classics or looking for something new? Check out some of the best history books of all time, from ancient marvels to Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction.

By Leah Silverman • November 8, 2021

9 Unsung Civil Rights Leaders That You Didn’t Learn About In School

Despite their immense contributions to the civil rights movement, these activists were largely ignored by the history books.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 3, 2021

9 Unsung Civil Rights Leaders That You Didn’t Learn About In School

Despite their immense contributions to the civil rights movement, these activists were largely ignored by the history books.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 3, 2021

The Full Story Of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Assassination And Its Haunting Aftermath

When Martin Luther King died at Memphis' Lorraine Motel on April 4, 1968, America changed forever.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 2, 2021

The Full Story Of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Assassination And Its Haunting Aftermath

When Martin Luther King died at Memphis' Lorraine Motel on April 4, 1968, America changed forever.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 2, 2021

33 Pictures Of The Bloody Attica Prison Riot That Left 43 People Dead

For four days in September 1971, 1,281 prisoners held 39 guards hostage in protest of the horrific conditions at Attica prison. What followed was a disastrous police raid.

By Marco Margaritoff • Nov 1, 2021

33 Pictures Of The Bloody Attica Prison Riot That Left 43 People Dead

For four days in September 1971, 1,281 prisoners held 39 guards hostage in protest of the horrific conditions at Attica prison. What followed was a disastrous police raid.

By Marco Margaritoff • November 1, 2021