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Duke Ellington was know for innovating the jazz orchestra from the 1920's to the 1970's, keeping it modern through the decades. This is an early 1942 short film, tilted "Jam Session". The score Duke Ellington and his band are performing is the "C Jam Blues". This above clip is a short excerpt from longer three (3) minute recording. #DukeEllington #Jazz #JazzOrchestra #Blackhistory #BlackhistorymonthOmaha #Omaha #Blackhistorymonth #TikTok #asmr #blackmusic
In 1959, Bob Gibson of Omaha, Nebraska went to play in the majors for the Cardinals. He played for the St. Louis Cardinals from 1959 to 1975. Over his major league career, he had 3,117 strike outs and 251 wins. He as elected into the Hall of Fame in 1981. Take the time to research articles and videos about this fascinating Black History Maker.
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Muhammad Ali, the 3 Time World Heavyweight Boxing Champion #muhammadali #boxing #ali #thegreatest
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Muhammad Ali vs. George Foreman
Film footage from the 1974, 3 day music festival in ZAIRE held right before the fight is captured in the film "Soul Power" see below.
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This recording is from the archive of French TV, Institut National de l'Audiovisuel recorded
10 December 1977
✅Did you know the man who started it all?
Dr. Carter G. Woodson, a trailblazer in the 20th century, is the 💡 brain behind the celebration of Black History Month! 🎉 Founding the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in 1915, which later became the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH), which still publishes the 📖Journal of African American History.
Woodson was the second African American to earn a 🎓PhD from Harvard University in 📆1912 - a monumental feat considering the Civil War ended only 42 years earlier in 1865.
🎙️🔊President Lincoln issued the 🗞️Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, which led to the passage of the ✅👁️🔊13th Amendment at the end of the war, outlawing all slavery within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.
So, as we celebrate Black History Month, let's tip our hats to Dr. Woodson - the man who brought the rich tapestry of African American achievements into the spotlight. 🎩Woodson ignited🎇🔥🧨 a movement that has forever changed the landscape of American history.
📚Dr. Carter G. Woodson's Books
✅authored 👁️ eye-opening📚 books, this list is the tip of the🧊 iceberg:
✅📚A Century of Negro Migration, (1918)
✅📚The Education of the Negro Prior to 1861, (1919)
✅📚The History of the Negro Church, (1921)
✅📚The Negro in Our History, (1922)
✅📚The Mis-Education of the Negro. (1933)
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Three national parks in Washington, DC, celebrate the contributions of three of the most influential Americans of all time - Frederick Douglass, Mary McLeod Bethune, and Dr. Carter G. Woodson. The National Park Service (NPS )is working to preserve their homes so they can be enjoyed today and by future generations. See 👀the actual homes of these historic African Americans.
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Step back into a pivotal moment in history with 'Martin Luther King Press Conference 1963.' ✅Witness the resilience and unwavering determination of Dr. King as he confronts a panel of challenging debaters in an era 📆shadowed by Jim Crow Laws. This rare footage, courtesy of the U.S. Information Agency, captures a tense yet insightful dialogue just before landmark civil rights legislation.
🎙️🔊✅Dr. King's powerful voice echoes through the years, shedding light on the struggle and steadfast hope of the Civil Rights Movement. #CivilRights #MLK #Pressconference #1963 #DrMartinLutherKingJR #rarefootage #MLKDAY
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As we navigate through 2024, the significance of Black History Month has become more crucial than ever. Amidst a backdrop of increasingly restrictive laws on voter rights and educational curricula, the essence and truth of Black History — an integral part of American history — face new challenges. These legislative efforts, often linked to broader debates over Critical Race Theory, underscore the ongoing struggle to understand and acknowledge the full breadth of the American narrative.
Black History Month, more than just a commemoration, is a response to a historical oversight. For too long, the stories, achievements, and struggles of African Americans have been marginalized or omitted from mainstream historical narratives. This month serves as a corrective lens, bringing into focus the rich and complex tapestry of Black experiences that have shaped the nation.
The exclusion of Black perspectives from history books is not just an erasure of people but of pivotal events and contributions. From the heroic exploits of figures like Harriet Tubman and the Tuskegee Airmen to the intellectual and artistic triumphs of icons like Langston Hughes and Katherine Johnson, these stories are not ancillary to American history; they are central to it.
Moreover, the legacy of African Americans in shaping pivotal movements, such as the Civil Rights Movement led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and their role in pivotal legal battles like Brown v. Board of Education, which ended legal segregation in schools, cannot be understated. These are not just Black history facts; they are American history facts.
Celebrating Black History Month in 2024, therefore, is not just about honoring the past; it's about advocating for a future where the full story of America is told, inclusive of all its voices and truths. #BlackHistoryMonth #AmericanHistory #InclusiveEducation #BlackHistoryMonthOmaha
🎖️Black Women Military Units serving in Germany during WWII
⚖️ NPR Interview: A 'Forgotten History' Of How The U.S. Government Segregated America
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Takes a deep dive🤿 into the intricate topic of reparations in the United States. This documentary thoughtfully navigates through history, uncovering the layers of past injustices and systemic inequalities, while fostering a vital conversation on racial healing and conciliation. You'll see cases of actual reparations that are being made on behalf old estates. Featuring personal stories, community perspectives, and expert analyses, the film seeks to enlighten viewers about the breadth and underlying reasons of the reparations discussion, sparking awareness and understanding of this crucial issue. #reparations #inheritance #estate #costofinheritance
Confronting America's Deepest Rift: "THE LONG SHADOW "on PBS unveils the harrowing reality of racism - the most deep-seated and damaging divide in the United States. This provocative documentary bravely confronts America's 'original sin': slavery. It boldly traces the origins of this institution from the nation's inception, drawing a direct line to the persistent racial prejudices of today. "THE LONG SHADOW" is an unflinching examination of a past that continues to shadow the American landscape, airing on PBS for a thought-provoking, must-see experience.
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