Myths around Black History Month continue, Whitehead said, including the idea that the U.S. government purposely chose the shortest month of the year. In reality, Woodson chose February because two ...

And the fact that Black history is part of America's history is important for all Americans to know, learn about, and understand. RELATED : Watch the 40th Annual Kingdom Day Parade on Feb. 17 ...

Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, is an annual observance and celebration in the United States and some other countries. It takes place in February each year and is ...

From amazing inventors to awesome athletes, in honor of Black History Month, we’ve rounded up some interesting facts you may not have learned in your history class. You probably know that Madam ...

February is Black History Month. The annual observation is set aside to spotlight the many contributions of Black Americans, as well as elevate awareness around the sacrifices, heritage and ...

(The Black Hispanic population is not the same as the Afro-Latino population.) You can also read our updated fact sheet about Black Americans. How we did this This analysis, conducted ahead of Black ...