Black History Women
Black History Men
Black History Athletes
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This woman's brave actions on a bus led the Montgomery Bus Boycott during segregation.
Rosa Parks
100
The 44th President of the United States, the first Black president in the history of the US.
Barack Obama
100
One of the greatest tennis players of all time, she played alongside her sister Venus for many years.
Serena Williams
200
After escaping slavery, this woman made 13 missions that was called The Underground Railroad to rescue approximately 70 enslaved people, including her family and friends.
Harriet Tubman
200
A formerly enslaved man who became a leader in the abolitionist movement, which helped end slavery.
Frederick Douglass
200
Super star basketball player who has one of the world’s most recognizable shoes brands.
Michael Jordan
300
The first African American child to attend a whites-only school in Louisiana.
Ruby Bridges
300
BONUS:
The month we celebrate Black History.
February
300
BONUS:
Should black history stories be celebrated only during black history month?
No. They should be celebrated and studied all year long!
400
She was the first African American first lady.
Michelle Obama
400
BONUS:
What Does Black History Month Celebrate?
Important people and Events in African American History
400
BONUS:
Why did black history month start?
To make sure that the contributions of black Americans are recognized.