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02.22.12IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring The Tuskegee AirmenThe Tuskegee Airmen was a group of African American pilots who fought in World War II. Formally, they formed the 332nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group of the U.S. Army Air Corps. The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African-American military aviators in the United States armed forces. Today and everyday, we honor their contributions to society. More on the Airmen below! IFWT Team Continue Reading...
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02.21.12Party!! Today Is Mardi Gras!!Looking for an excuse to party on a Tuesday?! Well, today is Mardi Gras, aka Fat Tuesday so go right ahead! Mardi gras is French for Fat Tuesday, referring to the practice of the last night of eating richer, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season, which begins on Ash Wednesday (tomorrow). If you're giving up anything for Lent, enjoy it today while you can! More about Mardi Gras here. Marisa Mendez & IFWT Team
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02.21.12IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring Condoleezza RiceCondoleezza Rice served as the 66th United States Secretary of State, and was the second person to hold that office in the administration of President George W. Bush. Rice was the first female African-American secretary of state, as well as the second African American (after Colin Powell), and the second woman (after Madeleine Albright). Rice was President Bush's National Security Advisor during his first term, making her the first woman to serve in that position. She has done so much for both women and African Americans in politics, so today and everyday, we honor her contributions to society! Read more ...
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02.20.12Why We Celebrate President’s Day TodayWashington's Birthday is celebrated on the third Monday of February in honor of George Washington, the first President of the United States, and all subsequent Presidents of the United States. It is also commonly known as Presidents Day. As Washington's Birthday or Presidents Day, it is also the official name of a concurrent state holiday celebrated on the same day in a number of states. Read more here. IFWT Team
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02.20.12IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring @RussellSimmonsRussell Simmons is one of the most influentinal people in our generation. From Def Jam to Phat Farm to everything in between, Russell has helped shape the hip-hop culture to be what it is today. Read more about him below. Marisa Mendez & IFWT Team Continue Reading...
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02.19.12IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring Madam C.J. WalkerMadam C.J. Walker, born Sarah Breedlove, was an African American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and business woman. She was the first African American to launch a successful beauty and hair care line strictly for African Americans. Madam C.J. Walker was also activily involved in the NAACP. Read more about her life below. Julie A. and IFWT Continue Reading...
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02.18.12IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring Josephine BakerJosephine Baker was an actress, singer, and dancer along with a civil rights activist. She became one of the most well-known jazz acts in the world, especially France and Europe. Baker refused to play in any nightclub that was not integrated. During World War II she worked with the Red Cross, entertained troops in Africa and the Middle East, and gathered information for the French Renaissance. Josephine Baker was also the first African American to star in a major motion picture, become a world-famous entertainer, and integrate an American concert hall. Read more about her below. Julie A. & IFWT Continue ...
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02.17.12IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring Curt FloodCurt Flood was a Major League Baseball player who spent most of his career as a center fielder for the St. Louis Cardinals. A defensive standout, he led the National League in putouts four times and in fielding percentage twice, winning Gold Glove Awards in his last seven full seasons from 1963–1969. He also batted over .300 six times, and led the NL in hits (211) in 1964. He retired with the third most games in center field (1683) in NL history, trailing only Willie Mays and Richie Ashburn. Read more about him below. IFWT Team Continue Reading...
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02.16.12IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring Jim BrownJim Brown is an American former professional football player who has also made his mark as an actor. He is best known for his exceptional and record-setting nine-year career as a running back for the NFL Cleveland Browns from 1957 to 1965. In 2002, he was named by Sporting News as the greatest professional football player ever. He is considered to be one of the greatest professional athletes the U.S. has ever produced. His birthday is tomorrow as well so happy birthday! Read more about Jim below. IFWT Continue Reading...
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02.15.12IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring Maya AngelouMaya Angelou is an American author and poet who has been called "America's most visible black female autobiographer." She has been awarded over 30 honorary degrees and was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and in 2011, she was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom...the highest civilian honor in the U.S.! Today and every day, we honor Maya's contributions to society. Read more about this phenomenal woman below. Marisa Mendez & IFWT Continue Reading...
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