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Mary McLeod Bethune, known as the ‘First Lady of Negro America,’ also sought to unify the African diaspora

A former archivist at Mary McLeod Bethune’s last residence in Washington, DC, recounts how the experience led her to see Bethune as a global figure.

Mary McLeod Bethune, known as the ‘First Lady of Negro America,’ also sought to unify the African diaspora
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For enslaved people, the holiday season was a time for revelry – and a brief window to fight back

Whether it was spent feasting or plotting escapes, the week between Christmas and the new year offered a rare opportunity for enslaved men, women and children to reclaim their humanity.

For enslaved people, the holiday season was a time for revelry – and a brief window to fight back

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