• Black History Month

The first African American Commandant of the Naval Academy, Capt. Bruce Grooms stands with Ret. Lt. Cmdr. Wesley Brown at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Wesley Brown Field House at the U.S. Naval Academy, Mar. 25, 2006. (U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 

Project documents Navy diversity

African-Americans have a long legacy in the military that began with the Revolutionary War and has continued to this day.

    • History behind Black History Month

    History behind Black History Month

    Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the son of former slaves born in Canton, Virginia, was …

    • Famous faces from Hampton Roads

    Famous faces from Hampton Roads

    Many noteworthy African Americans were born or raised in Hampton Roads.

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    • Black History Landmarks in Hampton Roads

    Black History Landmarks - Hampton Roads

    Hampton Roads is rich in African American history and heritage. Some of the …

    • Calendar of Events

    Black History Month Events Calendar

    Black History Month events happening around Hampton Roads.

    • Honoring diversity in Hampton Roads

    This is America: Black History Month

    'This is America' honors and recognizes Hampton Roads' diversity - sponsored by …

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    • NBC's "The Grio"

    The Grio: Black History Month

    The Grio's 100 History Makers in the Making.

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