Black Women Contributions to American History

Marie Bell Data News Weekly Contributor In recognition of Women’s History Month, Data News Weekly will present a series of stories that highlight their contributions to the advancing of the struggle for equal rights and justice. Which continues today, as we march to the drumbeat to widen the lanes of democracy despite those who are trying to turn back the hands of time on civil and human rights. The History of Black women in America is a rich tapestry woven from stories of struggle, resilience, innovation, and triumph. From the earliest days of the colonial period to the present, Black women have played crucial roles in shaping American society, culture, and politics. Here are some key aspects and figures in the history of Black women in America. Audre Lorde Enslavement and Resistance During the enslavement period, Black women bore the brunt of brutal injustices. Despite this, they resisted oppression in various forms, from participating in slave revolts to creating networks of support within their communities. Abolition and Civil Rights: Black women like Harriet Tubman and Sojourner Truth were instrumental in the abolition movement. Later, during the Civil Rights Movement, women such as Rosa Parks and Fannie Lou Hamer emerged as...