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The Emancipation Proclamation, issued by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863, declared all Confederate slaves to be free. Because the order only applied to Southern states that the Union did not control, few slaves benefited immediately. Learn more about this historic document that served as a key turning point in the U.S. Civil War and in the movement to abolish slavery. Additional features include detailed captions and sidebars, critical-thinking...
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Matthew Henson was a member of the first expedition to reach the North Pole. An experienced survivor of several polar missions, Henson was indispensable to the success of Robert Peary's famous explorations. Celebrate Black History Month all year long! Our highly acclaimed Journey to Freedom series provides comprehensive information on African Americans who have played leading roles in shaping world history. These impeccably designed volumes are packed...
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Best known for breaking the color line in baseball, Jackie Robinson was central in the integration of the sport. During his successful career in college athletics, in Major League Baseball, and in his business career, Jackie Robinson rose above the racism he faced to become an important figure in the American Civil Rights movement. Celebrate Black History Month all year long! Our highly acclaimed Journey to Freedom series provides comprehensive information...
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George Washington Carver is widely known for his work with peanuts, but his importance to society goes much further than plant experimentation. As a teacher and scientist at Tuskegee Institute for more than 40 years, Carver helped black students and local farmers learn and improve agricultural techniques--and by doing so, helped them improve their lives. Celebrate Black History Month all year long! Our highly acclaimed Journey to Freedom series provides...
9) Muhammad Ali
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Muhammad Ali became famous worldwide for his unmatched speed and skill in the boxing ring. But his true greatness has shown itself when he stood up for his beliefs, and used his fame to fight racism and poverty.
10) Louis Armstrong
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Also known as 'Satchmo,' Louis Armstrong was one of the most influential jazz musicians of all time. As a trumpet player and singer, Armstrong brought his musical talent to fans around the world. During his lifetime he broke down racial barriers and showed that people of all colors can work together to achieve great things. Celebrate Black History Month all year long! Our highly acclaimed Journey to Freedom series provides comprehensive information...
12) Marian Anderson
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Marian Anderson broke through discrimination and racism to become one of the greatest classical singers of all time. Her exceptional talent allowed her to travel to many countries to perform, showing the world firsthand that the color of one's skin does not determine one's talent or inner strength. Celebrate Black History Month all year long! Our highly acclaimed Journey to Freedom series provides comprehensive information on African Americans who...
16) Rosa Parks
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Examines the life and accomplishments of Rosa Parks, as well as her impact on the civil rights movement.
17) Condoleezza Rice
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As an influential leader in U.S. politics, Condoleezza Rice became one of the foremost authorities on the Soviet Union during the Cold War and served in advisory roles for two presidents. Her intelligence and drive led her to one of the highest-ranking jobs in the White House, secretary of state. Celebrate Black History Month all year long! Our highly acclaimed Journey to Freedom series provides comprehensive information on African Americans who have...
18) Maya Angelou
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Examines the life and accomplishments of the African American writer, performer, and teacher, as well as her impact on literature and black culture.
19) W.E.B. Du Bois
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W. E. B. Du Bois was born a few years after the end of the Civil War, and he dedicated his life to the fight for racial equality. Du Bois was highly educated, and he used his knowledge to speak out against segregation and the commonly held belief that blacks were inferior to whites. Celebrate Black History Month all year long! Our highly acclaimed Journey to Freedom series provides comprehensive information on African Americans who have played leading...
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