Feb 14
How Frederick Douglass’s first speech got him noticed
Frederick Douglass, whose birthday is honored on February 14, was born a slave in 1818, and now remembered for his eloquence, activism, and fearless championing against slavery.
Jul 4
The other side of the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July was not always a cause for celebration for all people living in America.
Apr 16
Tax holiday inspired by freedom
Americans are enjoying a brief tax holiday this year–filings are not due until April 17–and credit for the postponement goes to an unexpected hero: none other than Abraham Lincoln.
Feb 22
Rally ‘Round the Flag
For two years, black men had tried to enlist in the US Army to help win the battle against slavery. At last they could, in the brand new United States Colored Troops.
