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National Humanities Center

National Humanities Center: Toolbox Library: Institutions: Power

For Students 9th - 10th
This sermon by Rev. Alexander Crummell calls for racial solidarity and self-help, forcefully addressing the question of why African Americans should have their own distinctive institutions.
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Black Past

Black Past: First African Baptist Church, Savannah, Georgia

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia article gives information about the First African Baptist Church in Savannah, Georgia, the oldest African American church. There are links to websites for more information.
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CNN

Cnn: Officials Investigate Incidents at Black Churches

For Students 9th - 10th
A CNN.com/AP article discussing the law enforcement's treatment of incidents at African-American churches in South Carolina.