Learn about Black History Month

Hi! This is Aileen Kuashi for watchmojo.com. Today, we will be discussing black history month.

Black history month which lasts throughout the month of February is a yearly celebration of black men and women who have made significant contributions to society. Most of us are familiar with revolutionary figures such as Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and Harriet Totman. So in honor of black history month, I decided to find out about a few other people whose notable achievements are not often discussed but who should also be celebrated.

The first person is renowned artist, Simmie Knox. In 2004, Knox became the first African-American artist to paint the official portrait of a US president, that of President Bill Clinton. Believing that the human face is the most interesting and challenging to paint. Knox specializes in portraiture. His work has included portraits of Mohammad Ali, Bill Cosby and his family and Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton.




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