Title: Black history : more than just a month /
Authors: Henry, Mike, 1952-
Year: 2013
Subjects: African Americans History; African Americans Biography; United States Race relations History.; United States Civilization African American influences.
Abstract: Some of the most interesting people and events of the past often get bypassed in a classroom. This includes a large number of African-Americans who helped build this country. Black History: More Than Just A Month pays tribute to these forgotten individuals and their accomplishments.
Contents: Preface -- Leaving but not by choice : the first slaves arrive in the New World but many must choose sides when the Patriots and the Redcoats start fighting -- Old ways in a new nation : it might be a new country but for most African-Americans, nothing has changed -- The fight for freedom : the conflict between individual rights vs. states' rights! -- The time of change : emancipation brings new beginnings and expectations -- Becoming part of the solution : as time goes by, the spotlight begins to shine brighter on African-Americans -- Success of the struggle : from boycotts on the job to marches to the White House, the strides of victory are marked by triumph and tragedy -- Top of the lists : the achievements of African-Americans from the battlefields to space : many of whom are never heard of or mentioned!