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1827

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Freedom's Journal, the first Black newspaper

The first Black-owned and operated newspaper in the US begins publication in New York.

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March 16, 1827
Freedom's Journal, the first Black newspaper
The first Black-owned and operated newspaper in the US begins publication in New York.

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A history of Black Americans — the descendants of people enslaved in what became the United States. Content is drafted from reputable sources and under ongoing review. See the methodology.