In the spring of 1862, Union forces tried to steamroll through the Shenandoah Valley but were met by a stern Confederate army led by Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson.

The second week of March is known as Civic Learning Week, an effort to promote the critical importance of understanding our government.” ...

Each February, the United States celebrates Black History Month and honors the innumerable achievements, contributions, and the history of African Americans. Below, the Carr Center's Racial Justice ...

"We're excited to stand on the right side of history here," Learning Resources CEO Rick Woldenberg said after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of his educational toy company's challenge to President ...

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This year marks the centennial anniversary of the creation of Black History Month. Created in 1926 by Carter G. Woodson as Negro History Week, the celebration of Black innovation, excellence and ...

In the 1950s, it was known as the Harlem of the South. Overtown—an enclave in downtown Miami—was a vibrant arts community, attracting jazz legends like Sammy Davis Jr. and Ella Fitzgerald to perform, ...

The origin of the month-long commemoration known as Black History Month goes back almost a century ago. For those who don't know the history, some may wonder why Black history is recognized in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Boston, MA - February 28: The Age Strong's Annual Black Heritage Celebration. (Photo by Jonathan Wiggs/The Boston Globe via Getty ...

I recently interviewed Jarvis R. Givens, a professor of education and African and African American studies at Harvard University. His new book, I’ll Make Me a World: The 100-Year Journey of Black ...