February is Black History Month. We will be striving to bring you as we always do information that you find interesting, often tasty and always backed by truth.
On February 2:
Feb. 2, 1862 - District of Columbia abolishes slavery.
Feb. 2, 1914 - Ernest Just, genetic biologist, wins the Spingarn Medal. He received this same medal on this day in 1915 for his pioneering in cell division and fertilization.
Feb. 2, 1948 - President Truman sent Congress a special message urging the adoption of a Civil Rights program, including the creation of a fair employment practices commission.
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