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By Jessica McElrath, About.com Guide to African-American History since 2000

African American Protest at the 1968 Olympic Games

Monday April 23, 2007
At the 1968 Olympic games medal ceremony for track and field, American medalists Tommie Smith and John Carlos boldly bowed their heads and each raised a gloved fist in the ... Read More

A Look Back at Jackie Robinson

Sunday April 15, 2007
Sixty years ago today Jackie Robinson became the first black ball player in the major leagues. Take a look at the life of the man who changed baseball forever. ... Read More

Civil Rights Movement Photographs

Thursday April 12, 2007
The important moments of the civil rights movement spanned over twenty years. This compilation of photos highlights some of the most pivotal events, from the murder of Emmett Till ... Read More

Great Depression Photos

Monday April 9, 2007
This compilation of photos of African Americans was created by the Farm Security Administration. It documents American life during the Great Depression. It includes images of the effects of the ... Read More

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