Each February, the country recognizes African American History Month to highlight the struggles and triumphs of millions of American citizens and looks at their contributions to the nation's cultural and political life. The first celebration to commemorate the contributions to the nation made by people of African descent occurred Feb. 12, 1926. This year's theme is "Black Women in American History and Culture." For more information and downloadable materials, visit the U.S. Air Force webpage, the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute website, the Norfolk Public Library website, and the Naval History and Heritage Command webpage.
For more Black History Month features, visit the Military.com History Center.
