Showing posts with label African-American history. Show all posts
Showing posts with label African-American history. Show all posts

15 January 2024

Which is the Greatest Tragedy? In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

In the United States of America, we officially recognize and observe the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. on the third Monday of January every year.  Many people all around the world are familiar with the non-violent protests and related efforts spearheaded by this activist which ultimately resulted in the passing of the Civil Rights Act.  It was a tragic day in America when he was cut down by an assassin’s bullet.

To celebrate his birthday and honor his memory, I am sharing a statement he made that has taken root in my psyche.  It inspires me to be fearless and dream the dream he dreamed.





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References:
  • https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/martin_luther_king_jr_133707
  • http://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/mlkihaveadream.htm
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Luther_King_Jr._Day
  • http://www.history.com/topics/black-history/civil-rights-act
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Which is the greatest tragedy?

(A) To do things that you should NOT have done.

(B) To NOT do things that you should have done..

04 February 2018

Former Slave Who Sued Master For Back Wages!

Since it's February – Black History Month - Americans usually use the entire month to shine the spotlight on the contributions of black or African Americans, I am reminded of a fascinating article about a woman named Belinda, a former slave who sued her owner/master for back wages and WON!!!



Brenda Barnes is a writer who crossed my path via Wizzley.com. Even though she only contributed two articles, the subject matter discussed is worth recycling.



Belinda's Petition: A Concise History of Reparations For The TransAtlantic Slave Trade

 






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The Black History of the White House

 

    Silas Watts



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