That All Men Are Created Equal” features bills of sale, reward posters and more to explain slavery’s role in the Civil War, ...

The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution outlawed involuntary servitude but it also made an exception for convicts.

The first executive order was signed by George Washington in 1789 to direct federal agencies on how to handle official ...

OLEAN — The African American Center for Cultural Development is hosting events to mark Black History Month. On Sunday at 2 p.m., the documentary “13th” by director Ava DuVernay will be presented at St ...

Abraham Lincoln’s firm resolve during his last days demonstrated his enduring commitment to the common good', A CT historian writes.

What do the Peace Corps, desegregation of the military, and the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II have in ...

What do the Peace Corps, desegregation of the military, and the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II have in ...

What do the Peace Corps, desegregation of the military, and the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II have in common?

Kendrick Lamar mentioned the phrase "40 Acres and a Mule" ahead of performing "Not Like Us" at Super Bowl LIX. We explain its ...

What is the origin of Black History Month? Discover its significance, historical roots, and this year's theme, celebrating ...