Bedtime History
The Life of Maya Angelou
Maya Angelou was a writer, poet, and speaker whose words inspired people around the world. She wrote about her life, her struggles, and her hope for a better future. Her voice was powerful and kind, and she worked for fairness and...
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Color of Change: The Civil Rights Thorn in Facebook's Side
Facebook can add another problem to its tally: a disappointing update to a civil rights audit the company posted on Tuesday, just hours before The New York Times published an explosive report on the company's mishandling of user data....
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What happens now after Donald Trump's impeachment trial?
US President acquitted of abusing his of power and obstructing Congress
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How to Get Medical Records
Howcast - If you need access to your medical information, you will have to follow procedure to avoid delays.
The Daily Conversation
The March on Washington: Protest that Changed America
The 1963 March on Washington was the largest civil rights demonstration in U.S. history, where over 250,000 people gathered to demand jobs, equality, and justice. Led by organizers like Bayard Rustin and featuring powerful...
Bedtime History
Reconstruction Era for Kids
What happened after the Civil War ended? In this video, we take a simple look at the Reconstruction Era, the time when the United States tried to rebuild the South and reunite the country. Learn about the major changes, including the...
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Samantha Barbas - Actual Malice: Civil Rights and Freedom of the Press in New York Times v Sullivan
Samantha Barbas, a professor of law at the University of Iowa, discusses her book Actual Malice: Civil Rights and Freedom of the Press in New York Times v. Sullivan. The book explores the landmark 1964 Supreme Court case, which arose...
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I WONDER - Who Were The Key Figures In The American Civil Rights Movement?
This video is answering the question of who were the key figures in the American Civil Rights Movement.
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Plessy v. Ferguson
In 1892, Homer Plessy's arrest for sitting in a train car reserved for White passengers led to a Supreme Court decision that endorsed racial segregation under the "separate but equal" doctrine.
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The 14th Amendment
The 14th Amendment, ratified in 1868, redefined American liberty by ensuring citizenship rights, due process, and equal protection under the law, marking a pivotal shift during Reconstruction.
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Leadership
Leadership is a civic virtue that makes our communities stronger. Learn what it means to be a leader and how bringing people together can make the world a better place.
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The Civil Rights Act of 1875
The Civil Rights Act of 1875 aimed to protect the rights of African Americans, but was struck down in 1883, paving the way for racial segregation across the South.
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The Tulsa Massacre
The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre saw Greenwood, a prosperous African American community, devastated by racially motivated violence that left hundreds dead and a neighborhood in ruins.
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The Economic Panic of 1873
The Panic of 1873, triggered by railroad bond failures, reshaped the economic, social and political landscape of the United States for generations.
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Susan B. Anthony
At a time when women in the United States did not have the right to vote, Susan B. Anthony played a pivotal role in the women's suffrage movement.
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Dred Scott v. Sandford
Dred Scott's fight for freedom led to a Supreme Court decision that denied citizenship to Black Americans, fuelling tensions that contributed to the Civil War.
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Juneteenth
Every year on June 19th, the United States celebrates the end of slavery. In this video, learn about the history and meaning of Juneteenth.
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African Americans and Indigenous Peoples in the U.S. Civil War
The American Civil War wasn’t just a fight between North and South, it also involved Indigenous Peoples and African Americans, whose motivations for joining the fight had contrasting results.
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Nat Turner’s Rebellion
Nat Turner’s Rebellion was the deadliest slave uprising in U.S. history. By shattering the illusory peace of the Southern states, it led to restrictive new laws that codified slavery across the U.S.
Great Big Story
Claudette Colvin, the untold story of defiance
Discover Claudette Colvin's courageous 1955 bus protest, predating Rosa Parks, in Montgomery.
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Where Are You REALLY From? Black Migrations and Immigration, Explained
Human migration is a tale as old as time, but how has that impacted Black culture here in the U.S.? Hallease and Evelyn explore how the movement of Black folks has created icons from James Baldwin to Nipsey Hussle.
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Black History Month Showcase
Take a look at some of the channels on the Boclips platform that explore topics in Black History. From innovative technologies to civil rights to the arts, these channels have a little of everything. Experience the different styles and...