Category Archives: Black History

Underdog Marches for Martin Luther King, Jr.

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Tom Warner

Black History Month Classics: Suzanne Muldowney Joins the 2003 Martin Luther King Day, Jr. Parade “When the Negro was completely an Underdog, he needed white spokesmen. Liberals played their parts in this period exceedingly well…. But now that the Negro … Continue reading →

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Negro Mountain History

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Scott Huffines

Western Maryland’s Historical Library: Negro Mountain The most commonly accepted historical account as to how Negro Mountain received its name can be traced to the 1750s. Colonel Thomas Cresap and his black body-servant, “Nemesis,” were tracking a group of American … Continue reading →

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Maryland Bill Seeks To Rename Negro, Polish Mountains

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Scott Huffines

By The Associated Press (Myfoxdc.com, 2/7/2011) CUMBERLAND, Md. – A Maryland state senator said Monday that she has introduced a bill seeking to rename two Appalachian peaks, Negro Mountain and Polish Mountain, citing cultural sensitivities. Lawmakers Speak to FOX 5 … Continue reading →

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