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The Plot to Murder Fred Hampton Mar 17, 2025

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Late on an evening in December 1969, Fred Hampton, a charismatic young leader, finishes a class on politics and law before sharing a quiet meal with his pregnant fiancée, Deborah Johnson. But beneath the calm surface, unseen forces are stirring. In the early hours of December 4th, an unexpected and violent raid unfolds. Within moments, a flurry of gunfire erupts, leaving Hampton and fellow Panther Mark Clark dead and the survivors facing arrest.
As the dust settles, shocking revelations emerge from disturbing autopsy findings to manipulated crime scene photos, intensifying the mystery surrounding Hampton’s death.
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Sources Black Against Empire by Joshua Bloom and Waldo Martin https://www.britannica.com/biography/Fred-Hampton
https://www.history.com/news/black-panther-fred-hampton-killing https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_Hampton
https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/black-panther-party/
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How They STOLE Your Last Name and Hid It From You Mar 03, 2025

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The story of Black surnames is shaped by the brutalities of slavery, where the enslaved had their original surnames removed and were given the names of their enslavers. these names have become a testament to resilience and the enduring quest for Black identity amidst a backdrop of systemic racism and slavery
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To Make Our World Anew: A History of African Americans
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Why Black Folks LOVE Soul Food Feb 23, 2025

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This video showcases the history behind soul food, from fried chicken to chitterlings.
Join us as we explore the rich heritage and timeless love the Black community has for soul food.
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The Black Man That Secretly Stole a Confederate Warship Feb 16, 2025

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Uncover the astonishing story of Robert Smalls, a man born into slavery who made a bold escape during the Civil War by commandeering a Confederate ship. How did he pull off this daring feat right under the noses of his enslavers?
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https://www.battlefields.org/learn/biographies/robert-smalls
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/thrilling-tale-how-robert-smalls-seized-confederate-ship-and-sailed-it-freedom-180963728/
Be Free or Die: The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls' Escape from Slavery to Union Hero" by Cate Lineberry
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The Black Woman That Secretly Recorded 35 Years of News Television Feb 09, 2025

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Discover the life of Marion Stokes, a woman who dedicated her life to capturing over 750,000 hours of news footage from 1977 to 2012.
The Marion Stokes Project https://archive.org/details/marionstokesvideo
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https://lareviewofbooks.org/article/marion-stokes-and-the-power-of-guerrilla-archiving/ https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/people-african-american-history/marion-marguerite-butler-stokes-1929-2012/
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What They Don't TEACH You About The 6888th Postal Battalion Jan 12, 2025

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The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, affectionately known as the "Six Triple Eight," emerged as an extraordinary all-female, all-African American unit in the U.S. Army during the throes of World War II. Formed in 1944 under the Women's Army Corps, it was the only unit of its kind deployed overseas.
Their mission was to address a massive backlog of undelivered mail meant for U.S. service members in Europe.
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What They Didn’t Teach You About Sesame Street Jan 05, 2025

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Sesame Street is groundbreaking show was brought to life by a team of educators, researchers, and creative geniuses at the Sesame Workshop. Designed with a cutting-edge curriculum, Sesame Street aimed to achieve measurable educational outcomes, especially for disadvantaged Black communities.
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What They Didn’t Teach You About New Year's Day Foods Dec 22, 2024

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Explore the rich history and cultural significance of Black food traditions on New Year's Day. Discover how dishes like black-eyed peas and greens, rooted in West African heritage, symbolize good luck and prosperity.
Learn about the role of enslaved chefs in shaping American cuisine and uncover the hidden meanings behind your New Year's meal.
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The UNTOLD Journey of the Black Santa Dec 09, 2024

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The story of Black Santa Claus begins from a need to reconstruct the Black identity and challenge racial narratives. Emerging from the shadows of racial caricature and cultural exclusion, Black Santa has become an unexpected player on the stage of civil rights and cultural politics.
Join us as we delve into the fascinating journey of Black Santa
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The DARK History of the Treadmill Nov 26, 2024

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Did you know that early Treadmills were used to walk enslaved people in to submission
Join us while we talk about the History of the Treadmill.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penal_treadmill https://daily.jstor.org/treadmills-were-meant-to-be-atonement-machines
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