February is Black History month, also known as National African American History month. It is a time to reflect, honor and remember the contributions by great African Americans who helped shape U.S. culture. Black History month traces its origins to the historian Carter G. Woodson, also referred to as the father of black history. Woodson promoted Negro History Week and Black History month followed.
Here are 10 African Americans who have made notable contributions to U.S. culture that are perfect for studying throughout the month of February.
Modern Day African Americans to Study for Black History Month
1. President Barak Obama
2. Martin Luther King
3. Oprah Winfrey
4. Maya Angelou
5. James Earl Jones
6. General Colin Powell
7. Condoleeza Rice
8. Michael Jordan
9. Aretha Franklin
10. Jackie Robinson
African Americans to study for Black History Month of Old
1. Carter Woodson
2. Frederick Douglass
3. George Washington Carver
4. Harriet Tubman
5. Blanche Bruce
6. Jupiter Hammon
7. Phillis Wheatley
8. James Derham
9. Absalom Jones
10. Thomas L. Jennings
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