The first Africans came to America in 1619; they were brought to Jamestown, Virgina. They were taken in as slaves to work the cotton fields. As slaves they were tortured, beaten and discriminated against. When slavery was abolished in 1865 the African Amercians were free to live their lives. Unfortunately, since the abolishment of slavery African Americans have continued to struggle to gain rights and fight discrimination.
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| African Americans during the late 1800s |
The African Americans have been in America for the past 392 years. They were brought to work the cotton fields of the south. During the civil war African Americans were given the opportunity to gain some respect from the white people by fightning in the war. This was one of the things that helped African Americans to freedom. The African Americans were officially freed from slavery in through the Civil Rights Act of 1866. This act granted the citizenship to all persons born in the United States. Even with citizenship the African Americans were still being discriminated against. Fortunately, this group was very strong, not allowing the mistreatment of others keep them from moving forward. They have formed groups like the NAACP that has helped fight for their civil rights. According to the Census 2010, African Americans make up the largest minortiy in the U.S with a population of 12.6%.
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| NAACP meeting |
African Americans have grown as a strong group; they have been granted rights but sadly, their stuggles with discrimination have not ended. Many and great accomplishments have been reached but there are many more to be reached. The struggle will continue until everyone, African Americans, Caucasians, Hispanics, Native Americans are viewed just as part of the human race.
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http://2010.census.gov/partners/partners/current-partners.php
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