Struggle for equality in the north
What African Americans Faced During Reconstruction and Beyond When we learn about racism in U.S. history, we often focus on the South. But racism was also a big problem in the North, especially during and after the time of Reconstruction (1865–1877). African Americans who moved north after the Civil War hoped for a better life […]
The Wilmington Massacre of 1898: A Dark Chapter in American History and Its Lessons for Today
The Wilmington Massacre of 1898 is a dark and often overlooked episode in American history that exemplifies the destructive power of racial hatred and political manipulation. This horrific event not only reshaped the city of Wilmington, North Carolina, but also had long-term effects on race relations and politics in the United States. By understanding what […]