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James Van Der Zee, Garveyite Family, Harlem, 1924, printed 1974, gelatin silver print, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Eric R. Fox), 2015.19.4388
Sarah Boone 1892
Before her redesign, the ironing board was a horizontal wooden block, initially patented in 1858. With her additions, the board featured a narrower & curved design, making it easier to iron garments. Boone’s design later morphed into the modern ironing board that we use today.
Scholarships for St. Clair County high school seniors. Please share! #naacp #scholarships #continuingeducation
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Triggered by the Great Migration, this "golden age" aimed to redefine Black identity, challenge racist stereotypes, and establish a new cultural expression, often described as the "New Negro Movement".
The Harlem Renaissance (roughly 1910s–mid-1930s) was a prolific explosion of African American art, literature, music, and intellectualism centered in Harlem, NYC.
Langston Hughes born in Joplin, Missouri. Huhges was an American poet, novelist, playwright, short story writer, and columnist. Hughes is known for his work during the Harlem Renaissance.
#BlackHistoryMonth is a reminder of how deep our roots go. From the legacy to the love in our communities, this month is about celebrating us—then and now. #naacp
February 1, 1865, the day congress approved the 13th Amendment ending slavery, Charles Sumner introduced a motion that made Boston attorney John Rock the 1st black attorney to be admitted to argue in the Supreme Court of the U.S. John Rock was credited with coining the phrase "black is beautiful."
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It was a wonderful night celebrating the spirit of Christmas skating, laughing, & enjoying time w/ friends. The NAACP Youth Committee gathered to celebrate the season & host their annual membership event, which was a tremendous success. The energy, joy, & community made the evening truly special.
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BREAKING: Grand jury rejects new indictment for Letitia James.
Any and all lawyers involved in this gross abuse of process and degradation of the legal system should be disbarred.
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#BLM OTD 1969 civil rights leader Fred Hampton, a leader of the Black Panthers, was shot & killed during a police raid in Chicago causing public outrage. Ensuing investigations scrutinized the FBIs attempts to dismantle the Panthers & other Black organizations.
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#OtD 4 Dec 1969 Chicago Black Panther leader Fred Hampton was murdered while asleep in his bed during a raid on his apartment by Chicago Police in conjunction with the FBI. Mark Clark was also killed, and other Panthers wounded. Learn more about the BPP: shop.workingclasshistory.com/collections/...
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BREAKING: SCOTUS will hear nationwide class action defending birthright citizenship brought by @ACLU @NAACP_LDF ACLU of New Hampshire, Maine & Massachusetts @AsianLawCaucus & Democracy Defenders Fund on behalf of babies who would be harmed.
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