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Why was the month of February chosen to be Black History Month?

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This became known as Black History Month from then on. February was specifically chosen for various reasons. Firstly, Woodson wanted to pay tribute to two great men Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass born in February. read more

February was picked as Black History Month when Carter Woodson created Black History Week in 1926 near the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln, Booker T. Washington, and Frederick Douglass. (February) Black History Month was made to remember the achievements of black people in America. read more

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