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Meet Ramona Africa, The Last Survivor Of The 1985 Bombing Of Black Activists By Philadelphia Police

On May 13, 1985, Ramona Africa was the only adult to survive the police bombing of the Philadelphia activist group MOVE — only to be thrown in jail afterward.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 22, 2020

Meet Ramona Africa, The Last Survivor Of The 1985 Bombing Of Black Activists By Philadelphia Police

On May 13, 1985, Ramona Africa was the only adult to survive the police bombing of the Philadelphia activist group MOVE — only to be thrown in jail afterward.

By Marco Margaritoff November 22, 2020
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Miller Portrait Crop

The Inspiring Stories Of 9 Black Heroes Who Risked It All To Fight For America

From the Civil War to World War II, these remarkable Black heroes from American history fought for their country — even though they didn't have equal rights at home.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 17, 2020

The Inspiring Stories Of 9 Black Heroes Who Risked It All To Fight For America

From the Civil War to World War II, these remarkable Black heroes from American history fought for their country — even though they didn't have equal rights at home.

By Natasha Ishak November 17, 2020
Susie King Taylor
Susie King Taylor

Meet Susie King Taylor, The First African American Army Nurse Who Moonlit As A Teacher For Black Union Soldiers

A self-taught slave who escaped to freedom, Susie King Taylor educated African American soldiers at a time when it was illegal for a Black woman to read.

By Marco Margaritoff Oct 15, 2020

Meet Susie King Taylor, The First African American Army Nurse Who Moonlit As A Teacher For Black Union Soldiers

A self-taught slave who escaped to freedom, Susie King Taylor educated African American soldiers at a time when it was illegal for a Black woman to read.

By Marco Margaritoff October 15, 2020
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Kkk Featured

Inside Chicago’s Chilling History Of Racism, From Firebombings To KKK Rallies To Nazi Marches

Martin Luther King Jr. once called Chicago the most racist city in America. Here's the long history that proves him right.

By Genevieve Carlton Oct 3, 2020

Inside Chicago’s Chilling History Of Racism, From Firebombings To KKK Rallies To Nazi Marches

Martin Luther King Jr. once called Chicago the most racist city in America. Here's the long history that proves him right.

By Genevieve Carlton October 3, 2020
Black Male And Female Inventors
Black Male And Female Inventors

Seven Brilliant Black Inventors You Never Learned About In History Class

From George Washington Carver to Madam C.J. Walker to Lonnie Johnson, meet some of the most iconic African American inventors who shaped history.

By Natasha Ishak Sep 29, 2020

Seven Brilliant Black Inventors You Never Learned About In History Class

From George Washington Carver to Madam C.J. Walker to Lonnie Johnson, meet some of the most iconic African American inventors who shaped history.

By Natasha Ishak September 29, 2020
Viking Landing
Viking Landing

This Week In History News, Sept. 14 – 19

Vikings' true genetic makeup uncovered, first-known human anatomy chart found, overlooked Black World War II hero slated to get his due.

By All That's Interesting Sep 18, 2020
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This Week In History News, Sept. 14 – 19

Vikings' true genetic makeup uncovered, first-known human anatomy chart found, overlooked Black World War II hero slated to get his due.

By All That's Interesting September 18, 2020
Finding Egyptian Coffins
Finding Egyptian Coffins

This Week In History News, Sept. 6 – 12

Stack of ancient Egyptian coffins unearthed, Tulsa race massacre survivor calls for reparations, Rembrandt painting deemed a fake now believed to be real.

By All That's Interesting Sep 11, 2020
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This Week In History News, Sept. 6 – 12

Stack of ancient Egyptian coffins unearthed, Tulsa race massacre survivor calls for reparations, Rembrandt painting deemed a fake now believed to be real.

By All That's Interesting September 11, 2020
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