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Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.

New Georgia Encyclopedia: Freedmen's Education During Reconstruction

For Students 9th - 10th
Freed slaves had a hunger for education. Find out how they supported their own schools in addition to receiving aid from the Freedmen's Bureau and northern aid societies.
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PBS

Pbs: Hopes on the Horizon South Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
A companion website to a documentary on the rise of pro-democracy movements in South Africa during the 1990s.
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Black Past

Black Past: Historically Black Colleges and Universities of Atlanta

For Students 9th - 10th
This interesting encyclopedia article gives information about theblack universities that were founded in Atlanta after the Civil War. Later several joined together to make a consortium called the Atlanta University System.
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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Forever Free: The 1870s: Education

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the development of free education for African Americans following the emancipation of this enslaved population. This article focuses on schools in Texas, including what is now known as Texas A&M University. Includes a...
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National Women's Hall of Fame

National Women's Hall of Fame: Mary Mc Leod Bethune

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Women's Hall of Fame honors Mary McLeod Bethune for her achievements in advocating and educating black students during the first half of the 20th century.