Want to know what happened Today in History Africa: 12 February? These are 3 historical events that took place today, in the continent of Africa and the African diaspora.
The continent of Africa has an immensely rich history; hidden African history is becoming more accessible as it is finally coming to light. African history, people, culture and books have influenced and inspired the world for time immemorial; it is now time for Africa to shine!
In this post you will learn about the many things that happened today in history in Africa and in the African diaspora like the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was founded.
After reading this post you will know tons of facts about Africa in relation to: the NAACP, The Boycott of the Macon buses.
This post is all about what happened Today in History Africa 12 February.
Today in History Africa: 12 February
African Historical Events
The Foundation of the NAACP
On this day, 12 February 1909, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People or NAACP was founded. The NAACP is a civil rights organization from the United States of America.
The start of the Bus boycott in Macon, Georgia.
On this day, 12 February 1962, the boycott of the Macon buses started in the United States of America. It went on for three weeks.
African Inventions
invention of an emergency escape apparatus and method of using same by June B Horne
On this day, 12 February 1985, June B Horne patented her invention of an emergency escape apparatus and method of using same.
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