Where to Learn About African American History Across the U.S.
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In honor of Black History Month, we re highlighting spots across the U.S. where you can immerse yourself in some of the myriad contributions, achievements and defining moments of African Americans. From hearing the untold stories of Black cowboys in Texas, to listening to over 50 genres of music at the newly opened National Museum of African American Music in Nashville, Tennessee, to standing in front of the lunch counter where a sit-in sparked peaceful action for racial equality in the segregated 60s, here is merely a selection of places to add to your list one intended to inspire more learning about and honoring of Black history at any time of the year.
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali once called baseball legend Henry âHammerinâ Hankâ Aaron âthe only man I idolize more than myself.â
Both were icons of their respective sports and both received the presidential Medal of Freedom from George W. Bush in recognition of their contributions to society, both inside and outside the sports arena.
Both emerged as civil rights icons â but in spectacularly different ways. Where the flashy Ali thundered against racial inequities, Aaron quietly gave what he sought â respect.
He mentored any young player who asked for his guidance and never had a bad thing to say about anyone â teammates or opponents, observed Gary Neibauer, a teammate of Aaronâs from 1969 to 1973 who now lives in Aurora.
ATLANTA, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ It is with deep regret to announce the passing of baseball legend and 100 Black Men of Atlanta member Hank Aaron, at 86.
“A legend has fallen. Mr. Aaron was the true embodiment of the strength, perseverance, and resilience of African Americans across this nation,” said Kevin Gooch, chairman of the 100 Black Men of Atlanta. “He became a national hero by ascending to the top of the mountain of America’s pastime with 755 home runs.”
Aaron was a beloved legacy member of the 100 Black Men of Atlanta since 1995. His contribution to the organization helped mentored thousands of young people throughout the Atlanta metro area.
Connecticut leaders remember Hall of Fame slugger Hank Aaron as a pioneer in baseball and civil rights courant.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from courant.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.