27 Surprising Facts About Carter G. Woodson That Will Inspire You
Did you know that Dr. Woodson launched the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) in Chicago?
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Hello, Chicago Southsiders!
Yesterday, we kicked off Black History Month—and we can’t do that without talking about Carter G. Woodson, the “Father of Black History.” His dedication to documenting and celebrating Black achievements changed the way we recognize history today.
But how much do you really know about him? From his groundbreaking work to little-known facts that shaped his legacy, we’ve rounded up 27 surprising facts about Carter G. Woodson that will leave you inspired.
📖 Read the full article here: 27 Surprising Facts About Carter G. Woodson and Black History Month
Let history remind us of what’s possible today! Have a great week!
Charlene Rhinehart
Publisher, Chicago Southsider
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