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Although Memorial Day now commemorates those who died in all wars, it began when Black people commemorated the Civil War in ...
Juneteenth is one important federal occasion this June 19. Here's all about its significance along with some warm messages ...
On December 8, 1941, the day after Pearl Harbor, thousands of Americans rushed to enlist in the military, driven by a sense of duty and patriotism. For African Americans, however, the path to ...
On June 19, 1865, enslaved African Americans in Texas were told they were free. A century and a half later, people across the United States continue to celebrate the day, which is now a federal ...
The roots of Labor Day can be traced to the 1880s, a period marked by contentious labor disputes and the rise of organized labor. African Americans played a crucial role in labor movements ...
In a day and age where history is being rewritten ... time on an annual basis can help preserve the rich heritage of African Americans and their holidays, like Juneteenth and Kwanzaa.
Major League Baseball celebrates the 69th anniversary Friday of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier, and while the number of African-American players on teams remain near historic low ...
Buffalo Soldiers Day is observed on 28 July each year to recognize the bravery, resilience, and pivotal contributions of the African American soldiers who served in the U.S. Army after the Civil War.
NEW YORK (WABC) -- The African American Day Parade (AADP) took to the streets in Harlem on Sunday in a celebration of Black culture and excellence. Marchers and spectators celebrated the 55th ...