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Today in History Africa 8 May

8 May, 2023 · In: Today in History Africa

Want to know what happened Today in History Africa 8 May? These are 2 historical events that took place today, in the continent of Africa and the African diaspora.

Today in History Africa 8 May

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 Canadian abolitionist movement.

After reading this post you will know tons of facts about Africa in relation to: abolitionism and black inventions and inventors.

This post is all about what happened Today in History Africa 8 May.

Today in History Africa 8 May

African Historical Events

Canadian Constitutional Convention

Major Martin Delany

On this day, 8 May 1858, a Constitutional Convention was held in Chatham, Canada; it was an abolitionists convention lead by Martin Delany and John Brown.

Black Inventions

The tricycle by Matthew A. cherry

On this day, 8 May 1888, Matthew A. Cherry received a patent for his invention of a tricycle.

This post was all about what happened today in history Africa 8 May.

 

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