Black History Month: how African Americans integrated in the military
African Americans have evolved in our country. Tuskegee University was awarded an Air Corps contract to help train black military pilots. This group was eventually called ‘The Tuskegee Airmen’ and pushed for integration into the military.
Hegseth cancels Black History Month celebrations across armed forces
U.S. military bases around the world have celebrated Black History Month and similar events for decades. Now, Hegseth says "Identity Months" are "Dead at DoD."
How advocates are stepping up for Black History month as federal agencies scale back
Despite threats to end Black History Month programs and others at some federal agencies, groups vow to recognize it outside the workplace.
Black History Month Facts You Probably Didn't Learn in School
As conservatives try to change how history is taught in our schools, here are some Black history facts you should know.
Former Vanderbilt professor headlines GOP Black History Month event
A woman who grew up in poverty, dropped out of high school and was a teenage mother but later went on to obtain several college degrees and work as a college professor is the keynote speaker at the Lee County Republican Party's Black History month event.
Hegseth nixes 'identity month' celebrations at DOD on eve of Black History Month
The memo from new Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth comes amid President Trump's ongoing campaign against diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
Owambe Black History Month Festival offers free events in Africatown
A new festival will celebrate the legacy and potential of the Africatown community this weekend, offering a four-day slate of free events. The inaugural Owambe Black History Month Festival is presented by the nonprofit group All Things Africatown.
Local Black History Month program to celebrate contributions to labor
The event will feature art, music and dance along with a presentation by Dr. Uzoma Miller, assistant professor of African American Studies.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cancels celebrations at DOD. What is Black History Month?
New defense secretary Pete Hegseth has canceled all cultural awareness months in the Department of Defense, including Black History Month.
Where to celebrate Black History Month in Boston
The Boston area has a range of events celebrating Black history in the arts, activism, labor movement and sports. Here are the biggest events to check out. Month-long happenings Muqeedah Publishing has artwork celebrating Black History Month on display at Boston City Hall (second floor) between now and Feb.
Hyatt Centric hosts second annual Black History Month Showcase
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