Lloyd "Fig" Newton was just the seventh African American to become a four-star general. He says Trump is trying to whitewash ...

Here’s your Black history fact of the day. February 11, 1976 the first African American secretary of the United States Army was confirmed. Clifford Alexander Jr. was from Harlem, New York. He is best ...

Arthur Johnson made history as Richmond’s first Black police captain, paving the way for future leaders of color in the city’s police department.Johnson ...

"The Buffalo Soldiers hold a special place in our history, leading and serving despite racism," said Rockland Legislator Toney Earl.

Black History figures everyone should know about For too many years, history books have focused on the achievement of White Americans, while many of the inspiring contributions of African Americans, ...

After years of back and forth, Escambia County commissioners say they want to secure funding with the City of Pensacola for a ...

It’s disconcerting to see a general cry — especially one with four stars on his shoulders. But Lloyd W. “Fig” Newton — one of just seven African-Americans to wear four stars in U.S. military history — ...