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Explore the rich and inspiring stories of African American history and Black history on Face2Face Africa’s History section. Discover fascinating African American history facts, the achievements of Black history heroes, and influential black history people who have shaped the world. Our articles delve into African history and the legacy of the African diaspora, celebrating the individuals and moments that have defined Black history across the globe. Whether you’re interested in African American history or learning more about pivotal black history facts, this is your gateway to understanding and honoring the past.
Senegal demands answers as it remembers French colonial massacre
Senegal recently marked the 80th anniversary of the 1944 Thiaroye massacre, a dark and often overlooked episode in the nation’s colonial history. African soldiers—known as tirailleurs sénégalais—who had fought for France during World War II were gunned down by French troops after demanding fair wages and humane treatment upon their return. This commemoration, held in…
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Thanksgiving and 3 other holidays some Black Americans refuse to celebrate
Many American families, including some Black Americans, will today gather around their dinner...
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The history of how Black Immigrants came to America
Black immigrants have shaped America for centuries, with their stories reflecting both resilience...
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Meet the unsung heroes who rescued more than 1,000 children during Rwanda’s genocide
Nearly 30 years after the Rwandan genocide, a gripping story of survival and humanitarian bravery...
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Survivors of Rwandan Genocide testify at Paris trial over 1994 massacres
Gunfire rang out as men armed with machetes and clubs stormed a convent in Rwanda, where civilians had sought refuge during the 1994 genocide. The attackers killed almost all the boys and men they found....
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Morocco showcases ancient history of Chellah in new exhibition
A new exhibition at Morocco’s central bank museum in Rabat is illuminating the ancient history of Chellah, an archaeological marvel on the outskirts of the capital. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage...
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Quincy Jones made a mockery of death by attending his own memorial service 50 years ago
In 1974, Quincy Jones was given just a 1% chance of living after suffering a brain aneurysm. “It was scary,” Jones told GQ in 2018. “Like somebody blew my brains out. The main artery...
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The myth of Black Confederates
We must become critical consumers of history again. Our present-day society demands it. We as black historians and consumers have a new black power. We finally have a platform to give our studied opinions...
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The story behind the first mixed race orphanage in Britain
Holnicote House, a hotel on Exmoor in Somerset, United Kingdom, was once home to Britain’s first mixed-race orphanage. Carol Edwards, who spent the first five years of her life at Holnicote House...
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The history of Belmont, an upscale Black suburb in Maryland that was halted by White developers
In 1906, four Black businessmen – Charles Cuney, Michel Dumas, James Neill, and Alexander Sautterwhite – set their sights on creating an upscale Black suburb in Maryland. They subsequently...
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The history behind the Salaga Slave Market In Ghana
A report from Cambridge University Press reveals that Salaga was one of the leading slave markets in West Africa during the 1880s. The story of the enslaved people—their origins, who brought them...
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The little-known story of Gertie Davis, the adopted daughter of Harriet Tubman
Gertie Davis was the adopted daughter of Harriet Tubman, and remains a little-known figure in history, although she played a significant role in the private life of one of America’s most celebrated...
