History
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Mound Bayou, Mississippi: A Beacon of Black Empowerment Part II
Founding and Early Years Mound Bayou, Mississippi, stands as one of the most remarkable examples of African American self-determination and economic empowerment in U.S. history. Founded in 1887 by former slaves led by Isaiah Montgomery, Mound Bayou was established as an independent black community in the bottomlands of the Mississippi Delta. These bottomlands were a… Continue reading
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Pioneering African American Scholars: Trailblazers of History and Culture
African American Studies is a rich and multifaceted field, rooted in the profound contributions of early pioneers who championed the cause of African American history, literature, and culture. Here, we explore seven trailblazers whose groundbreaking work laid the foundation for this critical academic discipline. 1. William Wells Brown (1814-1884) William Wells Brown was a pioneering… Continue reading