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The hashtag #whereeverwhenever captures spontaneity, adventure, nostalgia, and freedom. It invites users to share memorable moments, travel experiences, and creative escapades, celebrating life’s unpredictability and the joy of living in the moment.
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Grandchildren Of Hattie DeBardelaben Finally Know The Truth Of Her Murder At The Hands Of Alabama Police Over 50 Years Later Hattie DeBardelaben’s tragic story from the Jim Crow era highlights a painful chapter in American history. On March 23, 1945, Hattie was killed in Autaugaville, Alabama, by officers who claimed to be searching for illegal whiskey. For nearly 80 years, details of her death were shrouded in mystery until her grandchildren, Mary and Dan DeBardelaben, obtained federal records through the Civil Rights Cold Case Records Collection Act of 2018. Mary expressed both relief and sorrow after uncovering the truth. “I cried for a couple of days because I couldn’t believe what had happened to my grandmother,” she said. The documents revealed harrowing details of Hattie’s assault and subsequent death. Witnesses, including Hattie’s children, described officers striking her, causing her to fall into boiling water before being beaten further. One of her sons, Edward, recounted how officers ignored her pleas for help as she grew increasingly ill during a forced car ride. Her last words were, “that’s my baby,” spoken to Edward before she died in his arms. The case was covered up, with a white doctor citing a heart attack as the cause of death despite evidence of a broken neck. A grand jury declined to indict the officers, and one, Clyde White, later became sheriff. Mary described the cover-up as deeply disturbing. “Not just the people who killed her, but those in official positions clearly saw what happened but preferred to protect their own,” she said. Trauma and fear silenced Hattie’s family. “Seeing that, I’m sure, was so traumatic for my father,” Dan explained, noting that his father and relatives never spoke of the incident. The fear of retaliation led their father to change his name and relocate shortly after Hattie’s death. The Civil Rights Cold Case Act provided long-awaited answers. Mary hopes for posthumous accountability for those involved and encourages other families to persist in seeking justice. “You couldn’t help rescue your mom,” Dudley reflected, “but you can tell her story.”#fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever
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Egbert Austin "Bert" Williams, born November 12,1874, in New Providence, Nassau. One of the pre-eminent entertainers of the Vaudeville era and one of the most popular comedians for all audiences of his time. He was by far the best-selling black recording artist before 1920. When he was eleven or twelve his family settled in Riverside, California, and it was not long before Williams became attracted to show business. In 1893 Williams got his start in show business and one of his first jobs was with a minstrel group called Martin and Selig's Minstrels. While in this group Williams met George Walker, a song-and-dance man with whom Williams soon formed an illustrious partnership called Williams and Walker. Throughout his career Williams achieved many firsts. In 1901 he became the first African American to become a best selling recording artist, and in 1902 he became an international star with his performance in the show In Dahomey, the first black musical to be performed on Broadway. Also, in 1910 Williams became the first black to be regularly featured in a Broadway revue when he joined the Ziegfeld Follies, and he even came to claim top billing for the show. Despite Williams's superstar popularity many people still refused to look past the color of his skin. As a comedian and songwriter he was loved by blacks and whites both, yet when he was off stage he often faced racism even by the restaurants and hotels that he played for. Williams also was forced to perform in blackface makeup and he could not escape playing stereotypical characters in his performances. Still, Williams was one of the most important pioneers for African American entertainers, and after his death on March 4, 1922 the Chicago Defender insisted that "No other performer in the history of the American stage enjoyed the popularity and esteem of all races and classes of theater-goers to the remarkable extent gained by Bert Williams." #fyp #foryourpage #whereeverwhenever #xyzbca #blacktiktokcommunity
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The cover of *The Crisis* magazine from March 1921 features a powerful image of The Dent Sisters, capturing a moment of pride and elegance. *The Crisis*, a publication founded by W.E.B. Du Bois, was a vital platform for African-American voices during the early 20th century, focusing on issues of race, civil rights, and social justice. The Dent Sisters' presence on the cover highlights their significance in the African-American community at the time, offering a sense of visibility and empowerment to Black women, who were often marginalized in mainstream media. The Dent Sisters were prominent figures, and their inclusion on the cover reflects the magazine's commitment to showcasing influential individuals in the Black community. Their photograph likely signifies their involvement in cultural or social movements, emphasizing the role of African-American women in shaping society during a transformative period in American history. The cover not only celebrates their achievements but also serves as a testament to the importance of representation in the fight for racial equality. As a historical artifact, this cover of *The Crisis* magazine is more than just an image—it is a symbol of the period’s social and political climate. The magazine played an essential role in the Harlem Renaissance, a time when African-American culture and intellectual thought flourished. The Dent Sisters' feature on the cover highlights the intersection of art, activism, and identity, making this issue of *The Crisis* an important part of the ongoing narrative of Black empowerment and the struggle for civil rights in America. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #fyppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp #blacktiktokcommunity #whereeverwhenever
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"For whom much is given much is expected" Elvis was in a position to do better at all intersections of his life no matter what. Times were difficult but not eating and demanding that she sit would have spoke volumes. There are many Elvis lovers and that is great but many know that Elvis spent more time around black people taking our style, music, and moves where he was able to craft an image that took off into mainstream America. This is a true picture but I wonder if at that moment why didn't Elvis boycott the establishment, not eaten there, demanded that the lady be allowed to sit and eat with him, paid for her lunch, said something, etc. It is not easy being the one to take up a fight that is not yours but I always feel - For whom much is given much should be expected in return. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever #blacktiktokcommunity #segregation
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In 1974, Englewood native, Mary Wallace, drove into history when she became the first woman to drive a Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus. Wallace was a popular driver who remained on the job for 33 years before retiring. “I used to work for the Planning & Placement Center when I was going to college, and we had job orders for CTA bus drivers. So, I decided I wanted to check this out for myself, and I did. I went for three years, and they kept saying no…”People kept the wisecracks about female drivers to them-selves, but Mary Wallace remembers the mixed reactions she used to get from CTA riders on her bus routes when they noticed a woman behind the wheel. “I would get cheers from the ladies and stares from the guys,” Wallace said in an interview with Chicago Sun-Times in 2007, recalling the start of her career with the CTA in 1974. Wallace first applied to become a bus driver when she was 19 “because the CTA didn’t have any women and somebody needed to break that ice.” Plus, driving a bus seemed like a great may to meet new people, Wallace said. She had to badger the CTA for three years, though, before the agency hired her. “They said, ‘We just can’t hire you as a bus operator because we don’t have the facilities. We could hire you as something else,’” Wallace said. “But I kept going down there and calling every week.” Wallace started out driving the State Street bus in June 1974, the first of several routes she’d have during her 17 years as a bus operator. During that time, she was a fixture in the news under such colorful headlines as “CTA liberates its bus drivers” and “Fair sex first for the CTA will leave the driving to Ms. Wallace said the other drivers rarely gave her a hard time, but some guys were” jealous because I had my own private bathroom” in the bus garage. Handling a 40-foot bus was easy, thanks to power steering. But early on, Wallace thought about quitting several times be-cause of security concerns. Like other bus drivers lacking seniority, Wallace worked nights, and more than once, she had to fend off passengers who tried to attack her. Even so, Wallace said she’s glad she stayed on the job to see how the CTA has changed over the years. #fyp #foryourpage #whereeverwhenever #xyzbca #blacktiktokcommunity #educational #fypシ゚ #chicago
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"Africans who were captured and sold into slavery had, of course, not been born as slaves. ... Thus, “seasoning” in the context of African American history is the process that Africans were put through in an attempt to make them have the mental attitudes consistent with being enslaved. (google) "In the U.S. during the period of slavery whenever an African slave was being sold between slave owners, the buyer would ask the seller is your slave well seasoned? The seller would then reply yes he is well seasoned. And then to prove this the seller would strike the slave in his face. "If the slave demonstrated no response this meant that he was therefore deemed well seasoned. If he retaliated or even looked harshly at his master he was deemed not well seasoned. "The way to show that the female was well seasoned was much more vulgar. The seller would pull up the females dress and fondle her . Her lack of response demonstrated that she wouldn't resist the buying master's s*xual advances. Therefore she was deemed well seasoned." #fyp #foryourpage #whereeverwhenever #xyzbca #educational #slavery #fyppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp
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In 1837, a slaveholder by the name of David Castleman traveled from Kentucky to Niagara-on-the-Lake located in Upper Canada (now Ontario). His purpose of the trip was to meet with the sheriff and demand the arrest of his former slave, Solomon Moseby, for the crime of horse-stealing. Horse-stealing was considered a serious crime because it was the only form of transportation that was available during that time. People accused of horse-stealing had nearly always been extradited to the US, so Moseby was imprisoned and the case was prepared against him. The Black Canadians knew that Moseby would be returned to slavery in Kentucky whether he was guilty of the crime or not. So, both Black and white residents of Niagara wrote petitions to the Lieutenant Governor, saying that believed Castleman was using the theft of his horse as a trick to take Moseby back to slavery. The community raised over a thousand dollars to give to Castleman to cover the cost of the horse, yet he had refused the money. People feared that if Moseby was returned it would only be the first of many others copying Castleman’s trick. More than two hundred Black supporters camped out around the Niagara jail, waiting for the government’s decision. Some of the leaders were women, and they persuaded the men not to bring weapons. For more than two weeks, the peaceful protest continued. Soldiers came to reinforce the sheriff’s men because he was afraid the crowd would try to rescue Solomon. When the warrant arrived from Toronto ordering that Moseby should be released to the Americans, the Niagara sheriff ordered the crowd to leave. But the people did not move. As Moseby was brought out of the jail, two Black men rushed to rescue him. The soldiers fired, and two protesters were killed. In the confusion, Moseby was able to escape. Not feeling safe in Canada, Moseby relocated to England, however, years later he returned with his wife and lived in Niagara once again. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever #fyppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp
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In 1907, Irene Britton Smith was born. She was an African and Native classical composer and educator. Irene Britton was born in Chicago, Illinois, the youngest of four siblings. She was of African, Crow, and Cherokee descent. Smith attended Ferron Grammar School, Doolittle Grammar School, and Wendell Phillips High School. Britton attended Chicago Normal School from 1924 to 1926 to train as a teacher. In 1930, she began teaching primary grades in public schools in Chicago. Smith studied piano with V. Emanuel Johnson as a child and took violin lessons. She was active as a violinist in the all-Black Harrison Farrell Orchestra from 1930 to 1931. Britton married Herbert E. Smith on August 8, 1931. From 1932 to 1943, she was a part-time student at the American Conservatory of Music, where she studied music theory with Stella Roberts and composition with Leo Sowerby. She received a Bachelor of Music degree from the American Conservatory of Music in 1943. From 1946 to 1947, Smith took a sabbatical from teaching to complete graduate work at the Juilliard School of Music, where she studied composition. In the summer of 1948, Smith studied composition at the Eastman School of Music. The following summer, she studied composition at the Tanglewood Music Festival. In 1956, Smith completed her Master of Music degree at DePaul University, where she studied composition. In the summer of 1958, she studied composition at the Fontainebleau Summer School in France. Smith advocated the phono-visual method of teaching reading. Chicago University Press published her monograph on Methods and Materials for Teaching Word Perception in Kindergarten Through Grade Three 1960. Smith ceased composing in 1962. She retired from teaching in June 1978 and became a docent for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at elementary schools. In 1994, Smith moved to Montgomery Place Retirement Home in Chicago. She died in Chicago on February 15, 1999. (African American Registry, 2024) #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever #blacktiktokcommunity
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December 29, 1939 Kelly Miller, educator, intellectual and political activist, died. Miller was born July 23, 1863 in Winnsboro, South Carolina. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Howard University in 1886. In 1887, he became the first African American to attend John Hopkins University where he did graduate studies in mathematics and physics. He had to leave John Hopkins before graduating because of financial difficulties. Miller returned to Howard in 1890 to teach mathematics. He also earned his Master of Arts degree in 1901 and his Bachelor of Laws degree in 1903 from the university. He established the department of sociology at Howard in 1895 and served as a professor in the department until his retirement in 1934. He also served as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences from 1907 to 1918. Miller was a co-founder of the American Negro Academy in 1897. For more than 20 years, he wrote a weekly column, “Kelly Miller Speaks,” that appeared in over 100 newspapers. Kelly Miller High School in Clarksburg, West Virginia, which operated from 1903 to 1956, was named in his honor. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever #fyppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp #blacktiktokcommunity
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John Brown (also known as “Fed” and “Benford”) of Southampton County, Virginia is best remembered as an escaped enslaved person who wrote an account of his bondage that was published in England in 1854. Brown was born about 1818 on the Betty Moore farm, three miles from Jerusalem (Courtland) on the Nottoway River. Due to the will of his owner, the Moore slaves were split between the daughters once they married. Brown, his mother and one brother, were taken by his new owner, James Davis, to Northampton County, Virginia in 1828. The rising price of cotton in the 1820s prompted an increased need and value of slaves particularly in the Deep South. Accordingly, Fed was sold to Starling Finney, a slave dealer, in 1830 and taken to Georgia. There, he was eventually sold for $350 to a cotton planter. Brown in his autobiography described Thomas Stevens as whipping his slaves every day. Young Brown tried to run away from the Stevens plantation several times. In the last attempt he was caught and described what he called bells and horns placed around his neck and a circle of iron that fits around the crown of his head. The two torture objects were held together by three iron rods or horns that stuck out three feet above his head and had bells attached at the end of each rod. The entire contraption, which weighed about fourteen pounds, dissuaded Brown from attempting to escape the plantation again. In 1845, Stevens’s son temporarily removed the “bell and horn,” and Brown made his escape. He allowed himself to be re-captured one year later and was sold to a planter in Louisiana where he became known as Benford. Escaping once more, he made his way to Indiana where he assumed his free name, John Brown. With the help of Quaker conductors on the Underground Railroad, Brown moved to Canada in 1847 where he was a copper miner. In 1849 Brown moved to Josiah Henson’s Dawn Institute in Kent County, Ontario where he was a carpenter, but in 1850, he moved to England. He worked there as a carpenter and then as a herbalist until his death in 1876 at the age of 56. John Brown told his story to Louis Alexis Chamerovzow in 1854. It was published by the British and Foreign Anti-Slavery Society the next year. Chamerovzow explained in the Preface of the book, Slave Life in Georgia: A Narrative of the Life, Sufferings, and Escape of John Brown, A Fugitive Slave, Now in England, that telling John Brown’s travails as a slave would advance the anti-slavery cause by exposing the world to the horrible life of those still held in bondage. Brown’s expose described the break-up of slave families and the fear instilled in slaves of punishment and exploitation, and cruel and severe treatment. The main message, however, was that John Brown never gave up his hope of freedom. When he was able to break his own chains of slavery, he proved that he was a man equal to all others. He advanced himself by his own exertions, and set an example for others of his race to follow. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever #slavery
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Because of the Southern strategy adopted by much of the white woman suffrage movement, Black women formed their own organizations to fight for the right to vote and then exercise that right. Racist policies often kept African-American women out of the suffragist movement. The headquarters of Colored Women Voters, shown here located in Georgia, was one of many early 20th-century organizations that fought for African-American suffrage. The "regular" Suffragist movement of the day was not very welcoming to Black women. These women did the right thing in forming their own organization to fight for the right to vote. #fyp #foryourpage #whereeverwhenever #xyzbca #blacktiktokcommunity #educational
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"NEGRO-CHEROKEE AMERICAN INDIANS"! The Negro-Cherokee American Indians, also known as the Black Cherokees or Cherokee Freedmen, are a group of people who have both African American and Cherokee Native American ancestry. ⚫️Historical Background: 1. Cherokee Slaveholding: During the 18th and 19th centuries, the Cherokee Nation, like other Native American tribes, owned African slaves. 2. Interracial Relationships: Many African slaves intermarried with Cherokee people, resulting in a mixed-ancestry population. 3. Emancipation and Citizenship: After the Civil War, the Cherokee Nation emancipated their slaves and granted them citizenship in the Cherokee Nation. ⚫️Cultural Identity: 1. African and Cherokee Heritage: The Negro-Cherokee American Indians have a distinct cultural identity shaped by their African American and Cherokee heritage. 2. Language and Traditions: Many members of this group speak Cherokee and English, and participate in traditional Cherokee ceremonies and cultural practices, while also maintaining African American cultural traditions. ⚫️Challenges and Controversies: 1. Cherokee Nation Citizenship Dispute: In 2007, the Cherokee Nation voted to revoke the citizenship of the Cherokee Freedmen, citing a requirement that citizens must have a direct Cherokee ancestor on the Dawes Rolls. This decision has been disputed and is still being litigated. 2. Racial Identity and Belonging: The Negro-Cherokee American Indians have faced challenges related to their racial identity and belonging within both African American and Native American communities. ⚫️Organizations and Advocacy: 1. Cherokee Freedmen Association: This organization advocates for the rights and interests of the Cherokee Freedmen and their descendants. 2. National Congress of Black American Indians: This organization represents the interests of Black American Indians, including the Negro-Cherokee American Indians, and works to preserve their cultural heritage and advocate for their rights. The Negro-Cherokee American Indians' story highlights the complexities of racial identity, cultural heritage, and belonging in the United States. #fyp #foryourpage #whereeverwhenever #xyzbca #blacktiktokcommunity #educational
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Barney Launcelot Ford, businessman and civic leader, died. Ford was born enslaved January 22, 1822 in Virginia. He escaped via the Underground Railroad in 1840 and went to Chicago, Illinois. While sailing to California in 1848, he landed in Nicaragua where he saw many business opportunities. He opened the United States Hotel and Restaurant in 1851 which became very successful and provided him $5,000 in savings. Ford returned to Denver, Colorado where he eventually owned two hotels, a restaurant, and a barbershop and by the 1870s was worth over $250,000. With his wealth, Ford gave money, food, and jobs to newly freed African Americans and opened a school for Black children. In 1882, he and his wife were the first African Americans to be invited to a Colorado Association of Pioneers dinner. Ford’s portrait, in the form of a stained glass window, is in the rotunda of the Colorado State Capitol Building. The Barney Ford House Museum is located in Breckenridge, Colorado and the Barney L. Ford Building is in Denver. A new Denver elementary school was named in his honor in 1973. Biographies of Ford include “Adventures of Barney Ford, a Runaway Slave” (1969) and “Barney Ford: Black Baron” (1973). #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever
![Dec. 25, 1951: Bombing of the Moore Family Home in Florida The home of teachers and labor/voting rights activists Harry T. Moore and Harriette Moore was bombed by the Klan—killing them both. When will men for sake of peace And for democracy Learn no bombs a man can make Keep men [and women] from being free?. . . And this he says, our Harry Moore, As from the grave he cries: No bomb can kill the dreams I hold, For freedom never dies! — from “Ballad of Harry T. Moore” by Langston Hughes Harry T. and Harriette Moore were murdered on Christmas Day (also their silver anniversary) when a bomb, set by the Klan, blew up their home in Mims, Florida. Harriette Moore was a classroom teacher and both were civil rights activists. Harry Moore died on the way to the hospital; Harriette Moore died nine days later, leaving behind two daughters, Evangeline and Annie Rosalea. Evangeline Moore dedicated her life to seeking justice for the death of her parents. Back in the 1930s, Harry and Harriette Moore began organizing for the NAACP in central Florida. They launched a legal struggle that eventually won equal pay for Black and white teachers. In 1941, Harry became President and later executive director of the Florida state NAACP. Under their leadership, the NAACP eventually grew to more than 10,000 members in more than 60 branches across the state. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever #blacktiktokcommunity #flordia #fyppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdz59t6y8jvnrr.cloudfront.net%2Fvideo%2F7452767004324400427.jpg&w=1080&q=75)
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Dec. 25, 1951: Bombing of the Moore Family Home in Florida The home of teachers and labor/voting rights activists Harry T. Moore and Harriette Moore was bombed by the Klan—killing them both. When will men for sake of peace And for democracy Learn no bombs a man can make Keep men [and women] from being free?. . . And this he says, our Harry Moore, As from the grave he cries: No bomb can kill the dreams I hold, For freedom never dies! — from “Ballad of Harry T. Moore” by Langston Hughes Harry T. and Harriette Moore were murdered on Christmas Day (also their silver anniversary) when a bomb, set by the Klan, blew up their home in Mims, Florida. Harriette Moore was a classroom teacher and both were civil rights activists. Harry Moore died on the way to the hospital; Harriette Moore died nine days later, leaving behind two daughters, Evangeline and Annie Rosalea. Evangeline Moore dedicated her life to seeking justice for the death of her parents. Back in the 1930s, Harry and Harriette Moore began organizing for the NAACP in central Florida. They launched a legal struggle that eventually won equal pay for Black and white teachers. In 1941, Harry became President and later executive director of the Florida state NAACP. Under their leadership, the NAACP eventually grew to more than 10,000 members in more than 60 branches across the state. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever #blacktiktokcommunity #flordia #fyppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp
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The Choctaw American Indians are a fascinating and complex group with a rich history. 🦅Who are the Choctaw American Indians? 1. Indigenous roots: The Choctaw Nation is an indigenous people originally from the southeastern United States, specifically from present-day Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and Mississippi. 2. Language and culture: The Choctaw language belongs to the Muskogean language family, and their culture is known for its matrilineal clan system, traditional arts, and spiritual practices. 🦅African Ancestry and the Choctaw 1. Intermarriage and alliances: Throughout history, the Choctaw Nation formed alliances and intermarried with various groups, including African Americans, Europeans, and other Native American tribes. 2. Enslaved Africans and the Choctaw: During the colonial era, some enslaved Africans escaped and found refuge among the Choctaw Nation. Over time, many of these individuals intermarried and became integrated into Choctaw society. 3. Freedmen and the Choctaw: After the Civil War, many freed slaves also joined the Choctaw Nation, contributing to the growth of the tribe's African American population. 🦅Choctaw Freedmen and the Struggle for Rights 1. Tribal citizenship: Despite their historical connections and contributions, the Choctaw Freedmen faced significant challenges in gaining recognition as tribal citizens. 2. Land rights and allotments: The Choctaw Freedmen were often denied land allotments and faced difficulties in accessing tribal resources and services. 3. Civil Rights Movement: The Choctaw Freedmen played an important role in the Civil Rights Movement, advocating for their rights and equality within the tribe and broader American society. 🦅Modern-Day Choctaw Nation 1. Tribal sovereignty: The Choctaw Nation is a federally recognized tribe with its own government, laws, and institutions. 2. Cultural preservation: The Choctaw Nation actively works to preserve its language, culture, and traditions, including its African American heritage. 3. Economic development: The tribe operates various businesses, including casinos, hotels, and retail establishments, to support its economic development and self-sufficiency. The Choctaw American Indians' complex history and cultural identity serve as a powerful reminder of the rich diversity and resilience of Native American communities. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever #fyppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp
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The word Kwanzaa comes from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza” or first fruits, referring to the agricultural harvest festivals that are found throughout Africa. Kwanzaa is a seven-day celebration of African roots observed by people of all faith backgrounds from December 26 through January 1. The African American and Pan African holiday isn’t tied to any religion, but instead is rooted in seven principles known as the Nguzo Saba which strive to inspire Black people to be united, self-determined, accountable for their communities, financially invested in Black-owned businesses, purposeful with their lives, creative and full of faith. Kwanzaa was birthed out of the Black Power Movement of the 1960s, and founded in 1966 in the United States by activist and educator Dr. Maulanga Karenga. It was formed as a way to empower people to rediscover their African heritage and solidify the expression of the Nguzo Saba, a value system defined by seven key principles. The concepts and symbols of the holiday derive from traditions and practices found throughout Africa and the African diaspora. The language used is Kiswahili, the common language of the Great Lakes region of East Africa, and is one of the most widely-spoken languages in Africa. Kwanzaa does not begin Black history from slavery. It starts with Black people as inventors of civilizations, people who first broke from the animal world, wrote the first basic texts of human knowledge, and more according to Dr. Adam Clark, Associate Professor of Theology at Xavier University. The main symbols of Kwanzaa are the seven candles, (Mishumaa Sabaa), which represent the seven principles, the candle holder (Kinara), unity cup (Kikombe cha Umoja), placemat (Mkeka), crops (Mazao), corn (Muhindi), and gifts (Zawadi). All items are displayed on the Mkeka and serve as a reminder of how African heritage is built upon tradition. One of the key customs during the holiday is the daily lighting of the Kinara. The candle colors are black, red, and green, and on day one the black candle, also known as the unity candle, is lit. On the second day, the red candle to the immediate right of the unity candle is burned. On day three, the green candle to the immediate left of the unity candle is lit, and so it continues in alteration until day seven is reached. The colors black, red, and green are the colors of African Americans, originally given by civil rights activist and leader of the Pan-Africanist movement Marcus Garvey, which aimed to unite people of African descent globally. In observing Kwanzaa, the black candle symbolizes the people themselves, the three red candles are for the struggle or blood shed in the past, and the three green candles represent the Earth or the abundance of possibilities the future holds. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #fyppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp #blacktiktokcommunity #whereeverwhenever
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When your spouse thinks it's ok to lie, cheat and bash you, WALK AWAY!!! you deserve BETTER!!!! 23 YEARS and I'm going to figure it out! Never let anyone manipulate you! Never let anyone make you loose Yourself!!! You GOT THIS!! #whereeverwhenever #peace #Relationship #keepgoing #Love #foryourpage #MentalHealth #divorce #fyp #90scountry #selflove #marriage #brokenheart #family
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Thomas Jennings of (Dry Cleaning in 1821) Thomas Jennings black inventor and abolitionist became the first African-American patent holder when he patented a method for a dry cleaning process called dry scouring. Born in 1791, Jennings was 30 years old when he received his patent on March 3, 1821. Thomas L. Jennings was the first black man to receive a patent. The patent was awarded on March 3, 1821 (US Patent 3306x) for his discovery of a process called dry-scouring which was the forerunner of today's modern dry-cleaning. Jennings was born free in New York City, New York in 1791. #fyp #foryourpage #xyzbca #whereeverwhenever #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp #educational #blacktiktokcommunity #40andover
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