The name Martin R. Delany (pictured) may not ring in the minds of many African Americans; however, the American Civil War veteran, abolitionist, writer, and…
In the world of television, iconic African-American sitcom “Sanford and Son” helped to change and revolutionize the Black entertainment landscape. Centered on the antics of…
The little-told story of pioneering African-American George Washington (pictured) and his founding of the city of Centerville (now called Centralia) in Washington state is fascinating.…
Writer, folklorist, and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston (pictured) was one of the most-outstanding authors that emerged from the Harlem Renaissance. Over the course of four…
Over the course of the year, NewsOne has been providing our dedicated readers a variety of content that spans from politics, sports, and entertainment. One…
Queen Nzinga a Mbande, also known as Ana de Sousa Nzinga Mbande, rose to power as the leader of the Mbundu, an ethnic group of…
The long and storied life of abolitionist, civil rights activist, and women’s rights advocate Sojourner Truth (pictured) began some time in 1797 under harsh conditions.…
A genius is defined as someone who has an exceptional natural capacity of intellect. They are people whose lives and work have impacted the physical…
The early 1960s proved to be a turbulent time for African Americans due to the racist policies that limited their potential. One collective of voices…
The Million Man March (pictured throughout), one of the most moving and emotional moments ever in African-American history, took place on the grounds of the…
Considered one of the greatest comics of his era, Redd Foxx (pictured) and his death at the age of 68 in 1991 left a huge…
The Opelousas Massacre in St. Landry Parish, La., has baffled historians over the years. From varying accounts, hundreds of Blacks were reportedly killed, because of…
