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Black History Month
February is black history month, like every year. There are many famous black poets, actors, inventors, scientists, writers, and even a United States President to fill this month time and time again without ever touching the root of black history.
This month is a way to celebrate the culture, the heritage, and the accomplishments of one of Earth's many races. To help you on your way, here is a list of articles on PoemofQuotes.com which you might find interesting for this time of year.
Malcolm X biography and quotesMartin Luther King Jr. biography and quotes
Paul Laurence Dunbar biography and quotes
Langston Hughes biography and quotes
Phillis Wheatley biography and poems
Barack Obama biography and quotes
Black History Month Facts:
What are the 4 colors of Black History Month?red, black, green, yellow. These aren't the official colors (there aren't any), but they are used in many classrooms across the United States.
Why are these colors associated with Black History Month?Because many black organizations and African countries use them.
When did Black History Month begin?It originated in 1926 by historian Carter G. Woodson and was known as "Negro History Week." The week began in February because of the birthdays of two Americans who greatly influenced black history, Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.
What countries celebrate Black History Month?The USA, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Although, the UK celebrates the month in October.
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