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On February 1, 1960, four African American college students sat down at a lunch counter at Woolworth’s in Greensboro, North Carolina, and politely asked for service. Their request was refused. When asked to leave, they remained in their seats. See historical footage of this event here.
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On July 2, 1964 President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act. See his remarks on this historic day here.
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Twitter has taken the world by storm, and all of the hottest celebrities are using it. Check out our list of the hottest African Americans to follow on twitter.
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Here’s a look at 30 African-Americans who you may or may not know of, who have shaped Black culture and paved the path of advancement for all.
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Some of the greatest entertainer and comedians of our time have been of African American decent. Check out our picks for the Leaders of Laughter. If we missed someone, drop us a comment and let us know.
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As we celebrate Black History Month, we will pay tribute to outstanding African-Americans of our time. In this installment we take a look at some of the wealthiest African-Americans in the U.S.
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