28 Days of Black History is a free newsletter (although donations are suggested) offering daily emails throughout the month of February highlighting black history and culture. A yearly publication headed by Nicole Cardoza, an entrepreneur, author, and public speaker committed to addressing injustices, this month’s newsletter honors 100 years of Black History, noting the anniversary of the first recognized celebration of Black History proclaimed by historian and journalist Dr. Carter G Woodson.
Seeking to shed light on untold narratives, a recent article titled “Why we honor the hero of the Boston Massacre every year” tells the story of a Black man, Crispus Attucks, believed to be the first man killed in the Boston Massacre. While the massacre launched America towards revolution, figures like Attucks are commonly forgotten. Attucks’ name has been a source of inspiration for later generations of activists including William Cooper Nell, who deemed March 5th “Crispus Attucks Day” in Attucks’ honor, and Martin Luther King Jr.
Another article details the history of Homecoming celebrations, a tradition in American high schools and universities, explaining this festivity’s roots in Black culture. Popular at Historically Black Colleges/Universities, Homecoming originated as a gathering to express joy and foster a sense of unity. This tradition evolved from the idea of celebration as a form of peaceful resistance to oppression. Other articles cover a wide range of issues, from interracial marriage to transit equity and the battle for Haitian independence.
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