African American History Month

In February, the US celebrates African American History Month to recognize the historical contributions of African Americans and to remember the trials and tribulations they have had to endure.

While international audiences are probably familiar with the story of Dr. Matin Luther King, Nobel Peace Prize recipient and Civil Rights leader, most are unfamiliar with his many predecessors who also fought for freedom and justice. Check out these African American Portraits and Biographies to read more about their stories.

The portraits mentioned above include African-Americans from all walks of life, and Jackie Robinson is one example. Robinson was the first African American to make it to the big leagues in professional baseball and insodoing fought against the racist and segregated sports establishment. (He also happens to be from my hometown of Pasadena, California.) As an inspirational sports figure, Robinson paved the way for African American athletes, demolishing all kinds of sports records and demonstrating an amazing amount of class,courage and restraint. 

Here is the trailer from the 2013 film about Jackie Robinson´s life, 42.