Did you know that Black History Month traces its roots back to the visionary efforts of Carter G. Woodson, a pioneering historian, and educator? In the early 20th century, Woodson recognized the glaring absence of Black history in mainstream narratives and set out to rectify this oversight. He firmly believed that “if a race has no history, it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated.” This profound insight led to the establishment of Negro History Week in 1926, which later evolved into Black History Month as we know it today. Woodson’s enduring legacy serves as a reminder of the power of education and representation in shaping our understanding of the past.
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