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Carter G Woodson was born
Carter G. Woodson was born in Buckingham County, Virginia. -
Where Carter G Woodson got his education
In 1895, at the age of 20, Woodson entered Douglass High School, where he received his diploma in less than two years. -
Carter G Woodson famous quote
If a race has no history, if it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated. -
Carter G Woodson Died
Mr. Woodson died on April 3, 1950 and Black History Month is his legacy. -
Carter G Woodson made Black History Month
The first celebration of the Black History Month took place at Kent State one year later, in February 1970.
