BlackPast Unveils First-Of-Its-Kind Civil Rights Black Power Timeline

As Black History Month unfolds, BlackPast.org is offering a Civil Rights Black Power Timeline to showcase significant developments in the Black Freedom Struggle from 1905 to 1975.

Founded on February 1, 2007, BlackPast offers in-depth reference information about people of African ancestry in the United States and worldwide. 

Now, it marks its 17th anniversary amidst growing acclaim, having welcomed nearly 60 million visitors since its inception. 

Celebrating the Civil Rights Movement: 1905-1975

This year, BlackPast shines a spotlight on the 20th-century Civil Rights Movement, covering the period from 1905 to 1975.

To mark Black History Month, BlackPast’s website is featuring a first-of-its-kind timeline detailing the people, places, and events that shaped this pivotal era. 

Key highlights of BlackPast’s timeline include poignant photos and entries, like the one showcasing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s last speech on April 3, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee.

Dr. King’s assassination the following day marks a significant moment in history, profoundly captured by BlackPast.

Throughout February, the website will update with new images and entries linked to detailed descriptions, enriching the user’s understanding and appreciation of this vibrant history.