Tag: Black History Month
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Harriet Tubman: a Moses to her People
Harriet Tubman (1820? –1913) was an African American whose brave rescues helped hundreds of enslaved people escape to freedom. She became the most famous leader of the Underground Railroad, a network that aided those fleeing to free states or Canada. Many called her Moses, after the Biblical figure who led the Jews out of Egypt.…
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The Remarkable Journey of Benjamin Boardley: From Slavery to Steam Engines
Early life Benjamin Boardley was born into slavery in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, in March 1830. It’s believed he learned to read and write by studying alongside his master’s children. Maryland State Manumission records show that his owner was John T. Hammond. As a teenager, Bradley worked in a printing office, where he revealed his…
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Understanding Black History Month: Significance and Milestones
Feb. 1st is the First Day of Black History Month: Black History Month is an annual celebration in February that honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout history. Black History Month is an annual observance, in February, of the past achievements and current status of black Americans. It coincides with the birthdays of…