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How Former Slave Elizabeth Keckly Shaped 19th-Century Fashion
The podcast Dressed tells the story of Elizabeth Keckly, early American dress designer, former slave and friend of Mary Todd Lincoln.
Emily & Lakisha 10 Years On: Are Employers Still Biased About Applicants' Names?
new study on names and employment discrimination finds that the old biases may no longer be there. HowStuffWorks Now examines why.
Sundown Towns: 'Hiding' Racism Right in the Open
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These towns, with all-white populations, may not be as blatant about their racism as they once were. But they're still here and being forced to face their ugly truth.
When Irish Immigrants Weren't Considered 'White'
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How were early Irish immigrants treated in the United States of the mid-19th century? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.
How Onesimus, a Slave in Colonial Boston, Helped Stop a Smallpox Epidemic
Onesimus, a slave in Boston, taught the process known as variolation. HowStuffWorks looks at how he saved countless lives.
How Zoot Suits Work
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Zoot suits have an interesting story you might not know about. Read about zoot suits at HowStuffWorks.
How the Civil Rights Movement Worked
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The civil rights movement fought racism against blacks that persisted in American society. Explore the civil rights movement and its leaders and legislation.
Baby-naming Trends
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It's important for parents to have good information when deciding on a name for their baby. Learn about baby name trends and their influences.
Did Jackie Robinson Really Break Baseball's Color Barrier?
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Jackie Robinson is rightfully lauded for breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947. But there were many unsung players who paved the way.
5 Kwanzaa Traditions
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What kind of traditions come with celebrating Kwanzaa? Check out 5 Kwanzaa traditions at HowStuffWorks.