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The Tulsa Race Massacre occurred from May 31 to June 1, 1921, in the prosperous Black community of Greenwood, Tulsa, Oklahoma, also known as "Black Wall Street." Sparked by a false accusation against a Black man, a white mob attacked, looted, and burned the area, killing up to 300 residents and leaving thousands homeless. The massacre caused massive property destruction and long-lasting trauma. It was largely ignored for decades, but recent efforts aim to recognize and rememb

As DuckAbroad expands the number of inspiring people your family can learn about, today we’re adding Sojourner Truthto the app. Born Isabella Baumfree in 1797 in Ulster County, New York, Sojourner Truth was born into slavery but escaped with her infant daughter in 1826. After gaining freedom, she became a powerful voice for abolition and women’s rights, traveling across the country to speak at rallies and conventions. Her most famous moment came in Akron, Ohio, in 1851, where

In celebration of Black History month , we're adding more inspirational people of color from history to the Duckwyn Travel app. Today, we're honoring Nelson Mandela. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, affectionately known as Madiba, was a towering figure in the global struggle for human rights and equality. His life's journey from a small village in South Africa to becoming the nation's first black president is a powerful example of his unwavering commitment to justice, reconciliatio

As we close out this year’s Black History Month , it’s a great time to explore the places where families can learn more about Black history through real-world experiences. The DuckAbroad Travel app features historic sites across the country that honor the achievements, struggles, and contributions of Black Americans — and visiting them together can spark powerful conversations with your kids. One place worth highlighting is the Booker T. Washington National Monument in Virgin

Fort Pillow State Historic Park in Tennessee marks the site of one of the most devastating and significant events of the Civil War. On April 12, 1864, after Union forces were defeated at the Battle of Fort Pillow, Confederate troops killed large numbers of surrendering Union soldiers — most of them members of the United States Colored Troops. The brutality of the attack shocked the nation. Survivors reported that many Black soldiers were shot after attempting to surrender, an

John Lewis was a powerful force in the civil rights movement of the 1960s. He led peaceful protests to challenge legalized racial segregation in the United States. In 1986, he was elected to Congress, and he went on to serve 17 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives until his death in July 2020.  Lewis witnessed a historic moment when Barack Obama was elected President of the United States in 2008—proof that progress had been made. But he also recognized that the fight wa

Today Harriet Tubman, was added as a new historical figure to discover and learn about. Harriet led an inspiring life. At the age of 27, she escaped slavery and found freedom in Philadelphia. Shortly after, she would risk her freedom and her life to save hundreds of other slaves. Her knowledge of the local area and the strong bonds she made helped her build a network of safe houses, called the Underground Railroad, that allowed her to guide slaves to freedom. Later, she would