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W.E.B. Du Bois: Scholar, activist, and pioneer in the fight for African American rights

‍W.E.B. Du Bois, a prominent African American intellectual, writer, and activist, played a significant role in shaping the discourse around race and civil rights in the United States during the late …
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Pan-Africanism: A movement of unity and empowerment

Pan-Africanism is a global movement that focuses on strengthening the bonds of solidarity among all people of African origin, including those in the diaspora living in the Americas and Europe. The …

The assassination of Medgar Evers: A turning point in the civil rights movement

The assassination of Medgar Evers, a prominent African American civil rights leader, marked a significant turning point in the fight against racism and sparked renewed efforts towards achieving racial …
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The American Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s: Leaders and progress made

The American Civil Rights movement of the 1960s remains a monumental period in American history, as it brought about significant changes in legislation and social attitudes towards racial inequality. …
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The Jim Crow laws

The Jim Crow laws were an umbrella term for state and local laws which legalised racial segregation. African Americans were to be marginalised by these laws – which existed for about 100 years, …
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Malcolm X: The charismatic civil rights leader and Black nationalist

‍Malcolm X was a prominent civil rights leader, Black nationalist, and minister who served as a spokesman for the Nation of Islam during the 1950s and 1960s. As an influential figure in both the …
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I have a Dream

Martin Luther King Jr delivered one of his most famous speeches on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. on August 28, 1963. Most people only remember the ‘I have a …
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Martin Luther King Jr: His life, legacy, and impact

‍Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister, civil rights activist, and a pivotal figure in American history. Through his tireless work, inspirational speeches, and unwavering commitment …
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