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27 Harrowing Images From The 1830s’ Anti-Slavery Almanacs

The harrowing images in these 1830s anti-slavery almanacs helped reveal the brutality of slavery in the U.S. -- and helped end the practice.

By Erin Kelly Apr 14, 2016

27 Harrowing Images From The 1830s’ Anti-Slavery Almanacs

The harrowing images in these 1830s anti-slavery almanacs helped reveal the brutality of slavery in the U.S. -- and helped end the practice.

By Erin Kelly April 14, 2016

4 Little-Known Slave Rebellions That Paved The Way For The Civil War And Abolition

From razing New York City to torching Louisiana plantations, these slave rebellions paved the way for the Civil War, and the eventual abolition of slavery.

By Savannah Cox Apr 7, 2016

4 Little-Known Slave Rebellions That Paved The Way For The Civil War And Abolition

From razing New York City to torching Louisiana plantations, these slave rebellions paved the way for the Civil War, and the eventual abolition of slavery.

By Savannah Cox April 7, 2016

The Story Of P.B.S. Pinchback, America’s First African-American Governor

Hear the incredible, improbable, and sadly forgotten story of P.B.S. Pinchback, the governor of Louisiana just after the Civil War.

By All That's Interesting Feb 22, 2016

The Story Of P.B.S. Pinchback, America’s First African-American Governor

Hear the incredible, improbable, and sadly forgotten story of P.B.S. Pinchback, the governor of Louisiana just after the Civil War.

By All That's Interesting February 22, 2016

33 Inspiring Nelson Mandela Quotes On Equality, Perseverance, And Freedom

Celebrate the life and legacy of the international civil rights activist with these thought-provoking Nelson Mandela quotes.

By Natasha Ishak Feb 11, 2016

33 Inspiring Nelson Mandela Quotes On Equality, Perseverance, And Freedom

Celebrate the life and legacy of the international civil rights activist with these thought-provoking Nelson Mandela quotes.

By Natasha Ishak February 11, 2016

4 Female Civil Rights Leaders You Didn’t Learn About in School

Most people know who Rosa Parks is — here are four other women in the Civil Rights Movement whose names you should know.

By Abby Norman Feb 4, 2016

4 Female Civil Rights Leaders You Didn’t Learn About in School

Most people know who Rosa Parks is — here are four other women in the Civil Rights Movement whose names you should know.

By Abby Norman February 4, 2016

Montgomery’s Road To Desegregation And The Freedom Walkers

For 381 straight days, virtually no people of color rode on Montgomery, Alabama buses — and it helped catalyze the entire American civil rights movement.

By Erin Kelly Feb 3, 2016

Montgomery’s Road To Desegregation And The Freedom Walkers

For 381 straight days, virtually no people of color rode on Montgomery, Alabama buses — and it helped catalyze the entire American civil rights movement.

By Erin Kelly February 3, 2016