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The Beginning of National Black History Month - 1976
What first began as Negro History Week in February 1926 expanded into a month-long celebration in 1976. President Gerald R. Ford issued this message recognizing National Black History Month on February 10, 1976.
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The Beginning of National Black History Month - 1976

What first began as Negro History Week in February 1926 expanded into a month-long celebration in 1976. President Gerald R. Ford issued this message recognizing National Black History Month on February 10, 1976.

-from the Ford Library

    • #BHM2013
    • #Gerald Ford
    • #1970s
    • #history
    • #african american history
    • #black history month
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