Why is Black History Month Important?

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Black History Month is important because it shows and recognizes equality for African Americans everywhere. Even though this month is mainly recognized in the U.S., people all over recognize heroes such as Martin Luther King, Jr. and Rosa Parks as laying the groundwork for such equality.
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Black History Month
National African American History Month, originated as Negro History Week in 1926 by Carter G. Woodson, is observed each February as a time to recognize the contributions of African Americans to the culture at large... More »
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Black History Month is important because it shows and recognizes equality for African Americans everywhere. Even though this month is mainly recognized in the U.S., people all over
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Black History month is important because it teaches us about the struggle of African Americans to become equals. It reminds us of their struggle.
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Black history, like any other history, is important so that we can see the accomplishments, and mistakes, of others. When black history was first celebrated it was for a week, instead
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Black History Month occurs during February in American and Canada. In the United Kingdom, Black History Month occurs during October. Black History Month began in 1926.
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