Most U.S. history textbooks present a sanitized, simplified version of the past, one that often glosses over or outright erases the voices of ordinary people. Instead of telling the full story of struggle, resistance, and resilience, these narratives tend to focus on political leaders, wars, and economic milestones, while leaving out the stories that truly shape our society.

Henry Louis Gates Jr. has devoted his life to shining a light on the vast and often overlooked narratives of Black history. His...

The recent release of over 230,000 pages of documents related to Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination has ignited conversations about transparency, justice, and government narratives.

In 1962, one man's bravery changed the course of American education and civil rights. James Meredith, an African American U.S. Air Force veteran, made history as the first Black student to attend the University of Mississippi, known as Ole Miss.

Sarah G. Bagley, who took groundbreaking steps in telecommunications by becoming America’s first female telegraph operator in 1850.

Nat Turner, an enslaved preacher born in 1800, believed he was chosen by a higher power to lead his people to freedom.

Have you ever realized that Sally Hemings was the half-sister of Thomas Jefferson's late wife, Martha Jefferson?

Esteban’s story stands out as one of bravery and resilience in early 16th century America.

Crispus Attucks is a key figure in American history whose legacy continues to influence discussions about race and civil rights.

Mansa Musa was the ninth emperor of the Mali Empire, renowned as one of the wealthiest individuals in history.

Today’s Black history fact highlights the incredible life of Mary Ellen Pleasant, a pioneering entrepreneur and civil rights advocate born i

We examine a troubling decision from the Pentagon's Defense Intelligence Agency to pause all activities related to Black History Month and o

After the Civil War, many African Americans sought new opportunities in the West, and cattle ranching became one of them.