A timeline of American history and its impacts on Black education underscores how these events have undeniably shaped the American story in many ways. Political events, legislation, court decisions, and cultural and social practices have intersected continuously to weave a uniquely Black experience into the American fabric that deserves exploration, recognition, and ultimately, admiration.
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A Timeline of the African-American Struggle for Desegregation and Equity Prior to and Since the Brown v. Board of Education Decision
A white paper by Kenneth A. Wesson
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