Black History Month Celebrates Diverse Contributions

As Black History Month is celebrated, various historical contributions and events are highlighted across the U.S. Hattie McDaniel made history as the first African American woman to win an Oscar for her role in 'Gone with the Wind'. Freeman Park, historically known as Seabreeze, was one of the few beaches in North Carolina for African Americans during segregation. Joe Frazier, a notable boxer, gained fame for defeating Muhammad Ali in 'The Match of the Century'. Meanwhile, Texarkana, Arkansas, hosted a Black History Month program featuring monologues of prominent African Americans, including Hattie McDaniel. Additionally, the life of Robert Robinson Taylor, the first black architect at MIT, and Madam C.J. Walker, the first black woman millionaire, were commemorated by high school students.