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VaughanPL:Black History Month

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Richness of culture, customs, history and enduring heritage is celebrated to mark the Black History Month

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15 items

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Defining Moments in Black History

Defining Moments in Black History

Reading Between the Lies

by Gregory, Dick

Book - 2017

A series of in-depth essays in this book is a captivating journey through African ancestry, surviving the Middle Passage, shootings of black men, Black Li...Show more A series of in-depth essays in this book is a captivating journey through African ancestry, surviving the Middle Passage, shootings of black men, Black Lives Matter movement. It defines significant moments in Black History and explores historical movements such as The Great Migration, Harlem Renaissance. Show less

A series of in-depth essays in this book is a captivating journey through African ancestry, surviving the Middle Passage, shootings of black men, Black Li...Show more A series of in-depth essays in this book is a captivating journey through African ancestry, surviving the Middle Passage, shootings of black men, Black Lives Matter movement. It defines significant moments in Black History and explores historical movements such as The Great Migration, Harlem Renaissance. Show less

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Black History in Its Own Words

Black History in Its Own Words

by Wimberly, Ronald

Book - 2017

The book is supported with memorable words, anecdotes by prominent personalities from all walks of life as Zadie Smith, Ice Cube, Dave Chappelle, James Baldwin, Kanye West, Spike Lee. Portraits and illustrations enhance the book greatly. The book is supported with memorable words, anecdotes by prominent personalities from all walks of life as Zadie Smith, Ice Cube, Dave Chappelle, James Baldwin, Kanye West, Spike Lee. Portraits and illustrations enhance the book greatly. Show less

The book is supported with memorable words, anecdotes by prominent personalities from all walks of life as Zadie Smith, Ice Cube, Dave Chappelle, James Baldwin, Kanye West, Spike Lee. Portraits and illustrations enhance the book greatly. The book is supported with memorable words, anecdotes by prominent personalities from all walks of life as Zadie Smith, Ice Cube, Dave Chappelle, James Baldwin, Kanye West, Spike Lee. Portraits and illustrations enhance the book greatly. Show less

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Black Heritage Sites

Black Heritage Sites

An African American Odyssey and Finder's Guide

by Curtis, Nancy C.

Book - 1996

A print guide to locate significant places in African American history with addresses, phone numbers and visitor's information A print guide to locate significant places in African American history with addresses, phone numbers and visitor's information Show less

A print guide to locate significant places in African American history with addresses, phone numbers and visitor's information A print guide to locate significant places in African American history with addresses, phone numbers and visitor's information Show less

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Black Ice: the Lost History of the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes, 1895-1925

Black Ice: the Lost History of the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes, 1895-1925

by Fosty, George Robert

Book - 2004

A fascinating account of all athletes of color in the Maritime Hockey League, the results of the game, the morale of athletes is well described in this book. A fascinating account of all athletes of color in the Maritime Hockey League, the results of the game, the morale of athletes is well described in this book. Show less

A fascinating account of all athletes of color in the Maritime Hockey League, the results of the game, the morale of athletes is well described in this book. A fascinating account of all athletes of color in the Maritime Hockey League, the results of the game, the morale of athletes is well described in this book. Show less

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The Black West

The Black West

A Documentary and Pictorial History of the African American Role in the Westward Expansion of the United States

by Katz, William Loren

Book - 2005

A scholarly account of the contribution, success, hardship of African Americans and their role in the expansion of country. Pictorial and vivid descriptio...Show more A scholarly account of the contribution, success, hardship of African Americans and their role in the expansion of country. Pictorial and vivid descriptions of African American pioneers, mountain men, miners, mail-order brides, entrepreneurs and politicians make the book further interesting. Show less

A scholarly account of the contribution, success, hardship of African Americans and their role in the expansion of country. Pictorial and vivid descriptio...Show more A scholarly account of the contribution, success, hardship of African Americans and their role in the expansion of country. Pictorial and vivid descriptions of African American pioneers, mountain men, miners, mail-order brides, entrepreneurs and politicians make the book further interesting. Show less

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A Black Women's History of the United States

A Black Women's History of the United States

by Berry, Daina Ramey

Streaming Audiobook - 2020

The remarkable contribution of black women in The United States is well revealed through their exploitation, struggle during Great Migration, black natio...Show more The remarkable contribution of black women in The United States is well revealed through their exploitation, struggle during Great Migration, black nationalism. Interesting stories included of some personalities born female at birth and later marked as transgender, their victimization and fight through black women's movement. Show less

The remarkable contribution of black women in The United States is well revealed through their exploitation, struggle during Great Migration, black natio...Show more The remarkable contribution of black women in The United States is well revealed through their exploitation, struggle during Great Migration, black nationalism. Interesting stories included of some personalities born female at birth and later marked as transgender, their victimization and fight through black women's movement. Show less

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Black Roots

Black Roots

DVD - 2014

The audio-visual resource provides comprehensive account of the social conditions and roots of black Americans. The audio-visual resource provides comprehensive account of the social conditions and roots of black Americans. Show less

The audio-visual resource provides comprehensive account of the social conditions and roots of black Americans. The audio-visual resource provides comprehensive account of the social conditions and roots of black Americans. Show less

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Up From Slavery

Up From Slavery

Streaming Video - 2011

Online resource containing 7 video files and available through Hoopla, glides viewers through colonial America, slavery, Civil War, Emancipation Proclamation and the new freedom. Online resource containing 7 video files and available through Hoopla, glides viewers through colonial America, slavery, Civil War, Emancipation Proclamation and the new freedom. Show less

Online resource containing 7 video files and available through Hoopla, glides viewers through colonial America, slavery, Civil War, Emancipation Proclamation and the new freedom. Online resource containing 7 video files and available through Hoopla, glides viewers through colonial America, slavery, Civil War, Emancipation Proclamation and the new freedom. Show less

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Seeking Salvation

A History of the Black Church in Canada

DVD - 2004

A video disc of 90 minutes relates the history of Black church in Canada through narration and music from clerics, pastors, musicians and community members of Nova Scotia, British Columbia. A video disc of 90 minutes relates the history of Black church in Canada through narration and music from clerics, pastors, musicians and community members of Nova Scotia, British Columbia. Show less

A video disc of 90 minutes relates the history of Black church in Canada through narration and music from clerics, pastors, musicians and community members of Nova Scotia, British Columbia. A video disc of 90 minutes relates the history of Black church in Canada through narration and music from clerics, pastors, musicians and community members of Nova Scotia, British Columbia. Show less

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Black Canadians

Black Canadians

History, Experience, Social Conditions

by Mensah, Joseph

Book - 2002

The book offers convincing discussions on ethno-racial problems in Canada, migration of slaves, black loyalists, Civil War refugees, employment equity, the point system established in 1967. The book offers convincing discussions on ethno-racial problems in Canada, migration of slaves, black loyalists, Civil War refugees, employment equity, the point system established in 1967. Show less

The book offers convincing discussions on ethno-racial problems in Canada, migration of slaves, black loyalists, Civil War refugees, employment equity, the point system established in 1967. The book offers convincing discussions on ethno-racial problems in Canada, migration of slaves, black loyalists, Civil War refugees, employment equity, the point system established in 1967. Show less

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Towards Freedom

Towards Freedom

The African-Canadian Experience

by Alexander, Ken

Book - 1996

The book provides good understanding of the years of struggle for freedom, justice, peace, equality in Canada. Blending historic events and people with co...Show more The book provides good understanding of the years of struggle for freedom, justice, peace, equality in Canada. Blending historic events and people with contemporary issues, it covers Black Loyalists and Black Slaves in the Maritimes, French and Haitian Revolutions, Underground railroad, early Black Settlements in British Columbia, US Civil War and its Impact on Black Canada. Show less

The book provides good understanding of the years of struggle for freedom, justice, peace, equality in Canada. Blending historic events and people with co...Show more The book provides good understanding of the years of struggle for freedom, justice, peace, equality in Canada. Blending historic events and people with contemporary issues, it covers Black Loyalists and Black Slaves in the Maritimes, French and Haitian Revolutions, Underground railroad, early Black Settlements in British Columbia, US Civil War and its Impact on Black Canada. Show less

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Black History Month

Black History Month

by O'Brien, Cynthia

Book - 2021

A children's book provides comprehensive understanding of the struggle and freedom in black history . The use of pictorial support, glossary, table of con...Show more A children's book provides comprehensive understanding of the struggle and freedom in black history . The use of pictorial support, glossary, table of contents and brief descriptions make it a helpful resource for school projects and general knowledge. Show less

A children's book provides comprehensive understanding of the struggle and freedom in black history . The use of pictorial support, glossary, table of con...Show more A children's book provides comprehensive understanding of the struggle and freedom in black history . The use of pictorial support, glossary, table of contents and brief descriptions make it a helpful resource for school projects and general knowledge. Show less

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Heroes of Black History

Heroes of Black History

Biographies of Four Great Americans

Unknown - 2017

A children's book inspires through the great achievements of Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson, Rosa Parks, Barack Obama and is finely Illustrated with a mix of photographs and illustrations. A children's book inspires through the great achievements of Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson, Rosa Parks, Barack Obama and is finely Illustrated with a mix of photographs and illustrations. Show less

A children's book inspires through the great achievements of Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson, Rosa Parks, Barack Obama and is finely Illustrated with a mix of photographs and illustrations. A children's book inspires through the great achievements of Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson, Rosa Parks, Barack Obama and is finely Illustrated with a mix of photographs and illustrations. Show less

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Little Leaders

Little Leaders

Bold Women in Black History

by Harrison, Vashti

Book - 2017

A children's board book that had gained Bestseller edition, features stories of significant black women in American history. Replete with anecdotes of cou...Show more A children's board book that had gained Bestseller edition, features stories of significant black women in American history. Replete with anecdotes of courage, bravery, truthfulness, the book is an epitome for children to understand the amazing, inspiring personalities who made the world a better place. Show less

A children's board book that had gained Bestseller edition, features stories of significant black women in American history. Replete with anecdotes of cou...Show more A children's board book that had gained Bestseller edition, features stories of significant black women in American history. Replete with anecdotes of courage, bravery, truthfulness, the book is an epitome for children to understand the amazing, inspiring personalities who made the world a better place. Show less

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Crafts That Celebrate Black History

Crafts That Celebrate Black History

by Ross, Kathy

Book - 2002

A relaxing book of handiwork and craft explained in step-by-step instructions of how to build and create, celebrates the achievement of several African Americans. A relaxing book of handiwork and craft explained in step-by-step instructions of how to build and create, celebrates the achievement of several African Americans. Show less

A relaxing book of handiwork and craft explained in step-by-step instructions of how to build and create, celebrates the achievement of several African Americans. A relaxing book of handiwork and craft explained in step-by-step instructions of how to build and create, celebrates the achievement of several African Americans. Show less

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