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Black History Videos

Watch videos about the extraordinary lives of famous figures in Black History. From trailblazers like Harriet Tubman to barrier-breakers like Jackie Robinson, beloved entertainers such as Louis Armstrong to Civil Rights leaders like Martin Luther King Jr., explore their biographies and the stories of many more who changed the world with their groundbreaking achievements.
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."Martin Luther King Jr.

They stood up against social injustice and risked their lives fighting for Civil Rights. Watch the inspiring biographies of Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks and other Civil Rights heroes who broke down the barriers to equality.

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"I freed a thousand slaves. I could have freed a thousand more, if only they knew they were slaves."Harriet Tubman

From fighting for freedom to standing up for equal rights, pioneering activists including Harriet Tubman, W.E.B. DuBois and others have steered the world toward justice. Take a look at their lives and how their activism impacted history.

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AFRICAN-AMERICAN FIRSTS

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Barack Obama was the first African-American president of the Harvard Law Review? See more.

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"What we play is life."Louis Armstrong

Black entertainers have made their mark from the stage to the screen with their memorable performances. From show biz legends like Louis Armstrong to pop stars like Beyoncé, watch the fascinating stories of the people who have shaped our culture as they've entertained the world.

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"There's not an American in this country free until every one of us is free."Jackie Robinson

They broke records. They crossed boundaries. They changed the history of sports with their amazing achievements. Explore videos about famous black athletes including Jackie Robinson, Althea Gibson, Magic Johnson and more who scored big in their fields.

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"Definitions belong to the definers, not the defined."Toni Morrison, Beloved

They have portrayed life honestly and poetically while often fearlessly examining race and identity in their literary works. Watch biographies of African-American writers such as Toni Morrison, Langston Hughes, Alice Walker and others who have captivated our imaginations with their words.

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Trivia Question

Trivia Question

Who was the first African-American to win an Oscar for Best Actress? Watch their videos to find the answer.


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