Black History 2014

Mary Fields, also known as Stagecoach Mary, was the first black female postal carrier and the second female United States Postal worker. Born as a slave sometime in 1832,  Mary stood 6 feet tall and weighed approximately 200 pounds. She usually had a pistol strapped under her apron and a jug of whisky at her side.

Dr. Lester C. Newman was named President of Jarvis Christian College in Hawkins, Texas, on April 12, 2012. Since being named President of Jarvis Christian College, Dr. Newman has created an atmosphere for students to achieve academic excellence and success.

This documentary explores the largest forced human migration in recorded history that took place from the 16th through the 19th centuries.

I find it very disturbing that most of today's youth have no idea what the Underground Railroad was. Most of today's youth have no clue of Black History either. To make matters worse, we had a Real Housewife of Atlanta, whose grandfather was apart of the Civil Rights movement, think the Underground Railroad was an actual train system. This is so sad.

Sarah Breedlove, better known as Madame CJ Walker was born December 23, 1867 in Delta, La., to Owen and Minerva Breedlove. She was the first child in her family born into freedom.

This documentary explores the largest forced human migration in recorded history that took place from the 16th through the 19th centuries.

Actor and civil rights activist Samuel L. Jackson took some time out to share his experiences with a group of young people in Los Angeles.

It's Feb. 1, and today we begin the celebration of Black History Month to celebrate the trendsetters, innovators and founders who have made considerable contributions to the world.