He’s only 13 and he runs a hunger relief charity, named Joshua’s Heart.
See Joshua’s incredible commitment here.
George Washington
The first president of the USA was born on February 22nd, 1732.
George Washington’s biography
Slave Narratives
The you tube video features testimonies from former slaves read by black celebrities and exploration of slaves’ situation in the USA. Look at the documentary here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnQqSlWHHgQ#t=38
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American actor and filmmaker, civil rights activist Sydney Poitier was born on February 20th 1927.
See his biography
Anya
She is only 17, she is from Montreal. Student Anya Pogharian invented a dialysis machine for patients. The machine is cheaper than usual and patients can use it at home.
See her story in the CBC news article
50 years ago…Malcolm X
On February 21st 1965, Civil Rights Activist Malcolm X was assassinated during a speech.
See on Biography.com for a look back on Malcolm X’s Life and Legacy.
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Barbadian artist Rihanna was born on February 20th 1988.
Rihanna’s biography
