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Barry Jenkins Reacts to Prime Video Suggesting 'The Underground Railroad' Series to 'Get in the 4th of July Spirit'

The filmmaker admitted he was overcome with various emotions over the bizarre advertising.
07/05/2023

Women’s History Month: The Harriet Tubman Byway Offers A Broader View of Underground Railroad History

Visitors to Maryland sites linked to her life can easily learn about this part of American history.
03/17/2022

NYC Underground Railroad Site in Court Battle

The home is part of the Lamartine Historic District.
08/08/2013
George Washington Carver National Monument

A Tour of Black History Monuments Around the U.S.

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Harriet Tubman

This Day in Black History: March 10, 1913

Abolitionist Harriet Tubman died.
03/10/2013
Paying Tribute - A visitor pays her respects at the crypt of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and his wife, Coretta, on Auburn Avenue. (Photo: AP Photo/David Goldman)

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Harriet Tubman

This Day in Black History: Jan. 29, 1820

Abolitionist leader Harriet Tubman was born.
01/29/2013

This Day in Black History: Oct. 28, 1798

Levi Coffin was born.
10/28/2012

This Day in Black History: May 9, 1800

Abolitionist John Brown was born.
05/09/2012