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Anthony Crawford: When Black Success Made You a Target

Anthony Crawford was a successful Black farmer and landowner in Abbeville, South Carolina. On October 21, 1916, he went into town to sell his cotton. A disagreement over the price escalated into violence, and Crawford was eventually arrested, attacked, taken from jail by a white mob, and lynched

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The History of Lynching in America

One of the most disturbing parts of lynching history is how public these killings could be. Crowds gathered. Newspapers sometimes announced them. Photographers documented them. Some photographs were later turned into postcards and kept or sold as souvenirs. Lynching was not only about taking

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This Was Her Childhood: Rebecca Jane Grant, Part 2

When Rebecca Jane Grant was interviewed at 92 years old, she didn't only remember the major events of her childhood. She remembered the details. Rebecca recalled being separated from members of her family. She remembered being among the “chillun” who were too young to work and the “old fo

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The Violence Didn’t End at the Church

Most people know what happened at Birmingham's 16th Street Baptist Church on September 15, 1963. But did you know Johnny Robinson, 16, and Virgil Ware, 13, were also killed in Birmingham that same day? I didn't. One of my Facebook followers mentioned their stories, and that sent me r

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Growing as a History Creator 📚🚌

One thing I'm learning as I continue creating history content is that I don't want to simply tell people what happened. I want to create conversations around history. That's why I created **History Talk Thursday**—a space where we can learn the history, consider different perspect

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The History Behind Nighttime Funerals During Slavery

Why did some enslaved people have to wait until night to bury the people they loved? On some coastal plantations, enslaved people were not permitted to stop working to hold funerals. Enslavers also feared that gatherings could provide opportunities for people to plan an escape. So communities

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She Was 8. He Was 3 or 4. | Rebecca Jane Grant

Some memories stayed with formerly enslaved people for a lifetime. Rebecca Jane Grant was 92 years old when she shared memories of her childhood under slavery in South Carolina. One of those memories came from when she was about eight. Rebecca remembered being sent to a store with a note.

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Did You Know Some Funerals During Slavery Were Held at Night?

Imagine losing someone you loved and still being expected to continue working before you could bury them. While learning more about Gullah Geechee history, I came across the history of **Homegoing ceremonies**. The National Park Service describes how, in some enslaved communities along the so

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Punished for Having a Bible? | Candus Richardson’s Testimony

Punished for Having a Bible? One of the things I enjoy about researching history is coming across firsthand accounts that make me stop and reread a passage. While reading Before Freedom Came: African-American Life in the Antebellum South, I came across the testimony of Candus Richardson, a fo

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History Talk Thursday | The Children’s Crusade | Join Me Tomorrow at 7 PM ET

Tomorrow is History Talk Thursday. We'll be discussing one of the most powerful moments of the Civil Rights Movement—the Children's Crusade. These weren't adults. They were students who chose to stand up against segregation, knowing the risks they faced. Join me tomorrow at 7:0

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Have you ever heard of Invisible Churches?

While researching slavery in America, I came across the history of Hush Harbors—secret places where many enslaved people gathered to worship away from the control of slaveholders. Learning stories like these reminds me that history is often found in the places and voices we don't always hear

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Would You Have Marched? | The Children’s Crusade

Would you have marched? The Children's Crusade is one of the most powerful stories of the Civil Rights Movement. In May 1963, thousands of young people in Birmingham chose to peacefully protest segregation, knowing they could face arrest, police dogs, and fire hoses. Their courage helped

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The Story of Fannie Griffin | A WPA Slave Narrative

🎙️ Through Their Own Words History is often told through textbooks—but sometimes, the most powerful stories come from the people who lived it. Today, I'm sharing the words of Fannie Griffin, a formerly enslaved woman whose memories were preserved through the WPA Slave Narratives. Her t

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Queen Nzinga: The Warrior Queen Who Defied an Empire | History Through Books

One of the stories that stood out to me while reading The Black History Book was Queen Nzinga's. A fearless queen, diplomat, and military strategist, she spent decades defending her kingdom and her people. I'm always looking for books that help me learn more about Black history, and

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History on Location | Asheville, North Carolina

If you're planning a trip to Asheville, you'll probably hear about the Biltmore Estate, the Blue Ridge Parkway, waterfalls, and hiking trails—and they're all worth visiting. But don't stop there. Take time to visit The Block, walk through Pack Square, and explore the places that

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The Story of Alberta O. Jones | A Civil Rights-Era Cold Case

Alberta O. Jones broke barriers long before many opportunities existed for Black women in the legal profession. She became one of the first Black women admitted to the Kentucky Bar, Louisville's first Black woman prosecutor, and worked to help register Black voters during the Civil Rights Mo

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Thank You for Joining the First History Talk Thursday

💜 Thank you to everyone who joined the very first History Talk Thursday. Whether you joined live, asked a question, or simply listened, I truly appreciate you being part of this first conversation. We explored why Birmingham's history still matters today and reflected on how understanding

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POV: You’re building a business one pop-up at a time. 🖤

This weekend I packed up Kasual Closet and headed to another pop-up event in Asheville. There's so much that goes into these events that people don't always see—planning inventory, setting up the booth, talking with customers, creating content, and learning something new every time. O

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Why I Chose Birmingham to Launch History Talk Thursday

Why Birmingham? When I visited Birmingham, history became more than something I had read about. Walking the Birmingham Civil Rights Trail, standing in Kelly Ingram Park, and visiting the 16th Street Baptist Church reminded me that history happened on these same streets people pass by every da

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Prince Smith | His Story in His Own Words | A Formerly Enslaved Man’s Testimony

Some of history's most powerful stories come from the people who lived them. Today I'm sharing the words of Prince Smith, a formerly enslaved man whose testimony helps us better understand the realities of slavery through a firsthand account. 📚 Source: Before Freedom, When I Just Can

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