You may also like
(2009) Barack Obama, "A New Beginning Between the United States and the Muslim World"
On June 4, 2009, U.S. President Barack Obama delivereda major speech addressing the relationship between the United States and theMuslim World at Cairo University in Cairo, Egypt.   The text of the speech appears
Read more
Source: Black Past
Sponsored by NSBE Boston
(1994) General Colin Powell Urges African American Students to Reject Racial Hatred
By 1994 Colin Powell, the son of a Jamaica-born Harlem merchant,  had already served as National Security Adviser to President George Herbert Walker Bush and chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during the Persian Gulf War.  He would become the first African American Secretary of State in 2001 under
Read more
Source: Black Past
May
14
1994
Mecca
Mecca | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Mapungubwe - African Iron Age Polity in South Africa
Mapungubwe is an African Middle to Later Iron Age site (AD 900-1300), located in the Mapungubwe National Park, in the Shashe-Limpopo river basin, Limpopo province of South Africa, adjacent to both Zimbabwe and Botswana. A stratified population is in evidence at the site, with elites residing at the
Read more
Source: ThoughtCo
Ossietzky, Carl von
Ossietzky, Carl von | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Haiti History
Haiti History | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Bailey, Thurl Lee (1961– )
Thurl Lee Bailey is a retired American professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1983 to 1999 with the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves. Bailey has also beena broadcast analyst for the Utah Jazz and the University of Utah and aninspirational
Read more
Source: Black Past
Sponsored by Greater Boston Veterans Collaborative
Dec
31
1995
Muhammad, Benjamin Franklin Chavis
Muhammad, Benjamin Franklin Chavis | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Sponsored by NSBE Boston
Cuban History: Biographies
Cuban History: Biographies | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Ancient History, Africa: Biographies
Ancient History, Africa: Biographies | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Sponsored by Greater Boston Veterans Collaborative
Kendrick Lamar
Best Known
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Sponsored by NSBE Boston
Cleaver, Eldridge
Cleaver, Eldridge | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Niger
Niger | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
West Indian History: Biographies
West Indian History: Biographies | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Top 10 Famous African American Scientists and their Contributions
We live in the twenty-first century with modern comforts to help make our lives simpler and easier. It wouldn’t have been possible without the unrelenting efforts of numerous scientists and their useful inventions. America is one of the major hubs of new scientific discoveries and behind those are
Read more
Source: Famous African Americans
(2017) President Barack Obama's Farewell Address
On January 10, 2017, Barack Obama delivered his last farewell address in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois. His speech is appears
Read more
Source: Black Past
Jan
10
2017
Bissagos Islands
Bissagos Islands | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Sponsored by National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAP) Boston Chapter
Dred Scott Case
Dred Scott Case | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Sponsored by Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Boston Professional Chapter
Hatshepsut
Hatshepsut | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
The Obama White House
West Wing Week 01/19/17 or, Obama, Farewell - Duration: 6 minutes, 12
Read more
Source: Black Inventors
Book of the Dead
Book of the Dead | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
(1838) James McCune Smith, “The Abolition Of Slavery And The Slave Trade In The French And British Colonies”
James McCune Smith (1813-1865) was a prominent physician and abolitionist. Smith was educated in the African Free School in New York City. When failing to be admitted to any American college, he enrolled in Glasgow University in Scotland in 1832 and earned three degrees including his medical
Read more
Source: Black Past
Sponsored by Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) Boston Professional Chapter
Jun
9
1838
Huey Newton
Best Known
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Sponsored by Greater Boston Veterans Collaborative
Egyptian architecture
Egyptian architecture | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Christianity: General
Christianity: General | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Dove, Rita (1952- )
American poet laureate Rita Frances Dove was born August 28, 1952 in Akron, Ohio. Rita’s father, Ray Dove, was the first African American chemist in the tire industry. Rita Dove excelled in school and in 1970 she received the Presidential Scholar Award.  Dove completed a B.A. in English in three
Read more
Source: Black Past
Aug
28
1952
Egyptian History
Egyptian History | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
O'Neal, Shaquille
ONeal, Shaquille | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Best Known
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Sponsored by National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAP) Boston Chapter
Malawi 0
Malawi 0 | FactMonster
Read more
Source: Fact Monster - Black History
Sponsored by National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAP) Boston Chapter
Jul
6
1964
More from South African News | Online News | The South African
Orlando Pirates coach to play new 19-year-old player
Another former Springbok to take on key coaching role?
Sabrina Carpenter teams up with Dolly Parton for playful revenge
When are the mighty Orlando Pirates playing their next match?
When are the mighty Kaizer Chiefs playing their next match?
Rosette Ncwana brings realness to 'The Mommy Club' S3
King Charles sends love on World Cancer Day
Five hidden gem spots to explore in the Garden Route
WATCH: Viral Pet Video - 16 February 2025
Gay imam from Cape Town shot and killed: Tributes pour in
Beyoncé stuns in gold as she unveils new fragrance
PSL transfer news: Monnapule Saleng, Salum, Mdaka, Kabini
Wales eye Springbok coach for top job
'Tax them' - Cape Town mayor's fix for digital nomad housing crisis
'Late for everything': Inside a 'day in the life' of Rachel Kolisi
Yes or no? Elon Musk reacts to 13th child with 26-year-old claim
Former Kaizer Chiefs star on drinking problem
Afrikaners sing 'Die Stem' outside US Embassy [video]
Updated URC log after bigs wins for Sharks, Lions
Lerato Kganyago's husband Thami Ndlala 'buys Sterland Mall' in Pretoria
‘Chiefs, Pirates and Sundowns said he is expensive’
Orlando Pirates: Jose Riveiro keeps it short on Monnapule Saleng’s future!
TRAILER: Viola Davis movie, G20 set in Cape Town gets mixed reviews
Where's Monnapule Saleng? Riveiro responds
‘He deserves the Footballer of the Season award’
Chidimma parties amid mother's arrest, son's possible deportation
Sharon Stone in talks to join Euphoria season 3
Kim Kardashian teases what to expect on SNL’s 50th
Nasreddine Nabi's message to Kaizer Chiefs supporters
'He was incredible': Nabi singles out Kaizer Chiefs star for praise
Weather alert: Disruptive rain expected in Gauteng and several provinces this week
Elon Musk says chatbot Grok 3 will be unveiled on Monday
Former Pirates star walks away from PSL club
Amapiano sensation Tyler ICU buys a new house [photo]
Orlando Pirates striker on 3-1 win over Baroka
Oscar Pistorius 'taking responsibility' for Reeva's death
Itumeleng Bokaba drops rape case against Nota Baloyi
Here's how much the South African quartet won at LIV Golf Adelaide
When is Kaizer Chiefs' next match?
RIP: Sundowns confirm death of former player
Kaizer Chiefs have kissed many frogs, but where is their prince?
Popular radio host Ba2cada set to 'return to Lesedi FM'
'New Sterland Mall owner': A look at Thami Ndlala’s net worth and more
Marc Lottering pays tribute to gunned-down gay imam
Khune and wife dragged for supporting Orlando Pirates
Tyla’s ‘Push 2 Start’ reaches new heights on Jennifer Hudson Show
MK Party denies leadership dispute
Kaizer Chiefs targeting PSL rival defender!
Jason Momoa makes red-carpet debut with new girlfriend
Number of goals Tshegofatso Mabasa needs to become Orlando Pirates all-time goalscorer

National Trust for Historic Preservation

Sports Facts

American Civil War Facts