Booker t washington

Booker T. Washington is one of the most controversial and dominant figures in African American history. According to his autobiography Up From Slavery (1901), he did not know the exact year, date, and place of his birth or his father’s name. Yet, it is widely … Read MoreBooker T. Washington (1856-1915)

How this educator helped African Americans improve their lives

In April 1913, Booker T. Washington did The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a favor.

Booker T. Washington

100 years ago, civil rights leader Booker T Washington talked with author H G Wells about America's racial divide. Here's how it went. - Click Americana

W.E.B. Du Bois An elderly black man took off his hat, bowed, and, with tears running down his cheeks, said, “May de good Lord bless you, President Linkum!” Lincoln replied by removing his own hat a…

The Polo Bar on Instagram: "Founder of one of the most historic educational institutes in America, now known as Tuskegee University, Booker Taliaferro Washington believed education was the key to the advancement of Black people in American society. An influential speaker, entrepreneur, and fundraiser, Washington commonly toured the nation as a recognized speaker. He often met and received funds from wealthy supporters who believed in his vision of opportunities for all. The first Black…

Booker T". Washington achieved great success during his life". Yet what did he have to say about the true meaning of success?

Booker T. Washington at Carnegie Hall | Encyclopedia of Alabama