Americans are currently grappling with the country’s complicated racial history, and continuing to express themselves through protest and other forms of activism. Have you ever wondered what role Marylanders and local organizations played in pushing for expanded rights for American citizens? As historians, we look to the strong legacy of African American leadership and activism to make connections to the ongoing struggles we still see today. Ask us your most pressing questions about Civil Rights Activism in Maryland in the comments, and check back next Tuesday for our third
#AskaHistorian video with answers from our Director of Education, David Armenti.
Image: Protesting Segregated Teacher Training Programs. National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), Baltimore Branch. July, 1948. HEN.00.A2-161, Paul Henderson Photograph Collection, BCLM, MdHS Special Collections.
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