African Americans – Page 65

The forgotten rebellion of the Black Seminole Nation

February 11, 2014 By Andrea Perkins

Many Native American Nations formed partnerships and deep relationships with African slaves. Both groups fought for freedom and the right to exist in peace, away from the colonizing forces.

Today in black history: Leontyne Price born

February 10, 2014 By Special to People’s World

Her voice was "rich, supple and shining, it was in its prime capable of effortlessly soaring from a smoky mezzo to the pure soprano gold of a perfectly spun high C."

Pan African Film Festival opens Feb. 6 in L.A.

February 10, 2014 By Ed Rampell

One of L.A.'s leading annual cinema showcases and the biggest and most prestigious Black-themed film festivals, will take place February 6-17.

Today in black history: Medgar Evers’ killer convicted

February 5, 2014 By Special to People’s World

White supremacist Byron De La Beckwith was convicted in the murder of African-American civil rights leader Medgar Evers, over 30 years after the crime occurred.

Today in black history: First black quarterback inducted into NFL Hall of Fame

February 4, 2014 By Special to People’s World

He won five Grey Cups, and is notable for helping to erase the prejudice within the world of sports that black quarterbacks could not succeed in professional football.