A Day In Court
This person was the first African American Supreme court justice.
Who is Thurgood Marshall?
Born Araminta “Minty” Ross, this escaped former slave changed her name and became one of the most well-known conductors on the Underground Railroad.
This was issued originally on September 22nd, 1862 but only later going into effect on January 1st, 1863, which freed all slaves in rebellious states with the exception of those in areas already under Union control.
What is the Emancipation Proclamation?
In 2008, this Jamaican sprinter became the first man to ever set three world records in a single Olympic games.
Who is Usain Bolt?
This tradition served as an open declaration of settling down in a marriage relationship during the time of American slavery. Some communities still practice it to this day.
In this landmark case in 1967, the Court struck down state laws which prohibited inter-racial marriage and held that marriage was a fundamental right.
Although not an actual railroad, places of safety and temporary refuge where slaves hid along the way such as hideouts and homes were called this.
What are stations?
This famous female abolitionist was the the first woman to lead an armed expedition, with the help of Colonel James Montgomery and Union troops, which liberated over 750 slaves. She didn't even need a railroad to do it.
Who is Harriet Tubman?
This form of dance finds its origins in a combination of military close-order and exhibition drill, and African foot dances such as the Welly "gumboot" dance.
What is stepping?
This was the year that the Supreme Court affirmed a lower court ruling declaring segregation of the Montgomery bus system illegal, giving a major victory to Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Jr., and the thousands of anonymous African Americans who had sustained the bus boycott in the face of violence and intimidation.
Levi Coffin, an abolitionist known as "President of the Underground Railroad", was a member of this religious group which was prominently involved with the Underground Railroad.
This award winning movie was inspired by the 54th Massachusetts regiment. It was the first regiment of black soldiers, officially recognized by the U.S. Army, which led a bloody assault against Fort Wagner On July 18th, 1863.
What is Glory?
She was the the first African American woman nominated for the Best Actress Academy Award for her lead role in Carmen Jones.
Who is Dorothy Dandridge?
Typically carved from wood and worn during traditional African ceremonies these items are used to allow for a dialogue between the community and the spirits by "transforming" the wearer into the spirit.
This Amendment abolished the poll tax that made it difficult for blacks to vote which had been created in 11 southern states on January 23, 1964.
What is The Caribbean? (also accepted: Florida)
He was a prominent speaker, author, and publisher who escaped slavery in Maryland to become a national leader of the abolitionist movement in Massachusetts and New York. He also wrote the book "My Bondage and My Freedom" in 1865.
Who is Fredrick Douglas?
This woman was not only the first African American woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, she was the first woman ever.
Who is Aretha Franklin?
This is the official language of many East African countries including Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.
What is Swahili?
In 1954, Brown v. Board of Education, this chief justice concluded unanimously, that in the field of public education the doctrine of ‘separate but equal’ has no place and separate educational facilities are inherently unequal
.Who is Chief Justice Earl Warren?
When Fugitive Slave Act was enacted in this year, any person who was caught helping a slave escape or offering shelter could be send to jail for 6 months or subjected to a $1,000 fine.
What is 1850?
This was the first unofficial black regiment of the union army, which comprised of escaped slaves from Florida and South Carolina. Harriet Tubman served with them as a cook, nurse, spy and scout.
Who are the 1st South Carolina Volunteers?
What is Historically Black Colleges and Universities?
This article of clothing is a colorful garment worn by men and women in West Africa.
What is a dashiki?