Learn about the historical patterns of African American settlement and historical development in Michigan, including places of settlement and population growth, community development of churches and organizations, community leaders and unique individuals. Understand the impact of slavery, racial discrimination in law and in practice, the origins of the Republican Party and the fight against slavery, educational opportunities and limitations, racial discrimination in housing and education, opportunities for political office, the civil rights movement, unionism and recent trends.

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