“An ounce of application is worth a ton of abstraction.”
Quote by Booker T. Washington
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The Booker T. Washington Papers: 1914-15
The Booker T. Washington Papers: 1914-15 is a compilation of documents from the personal archive of Booker T. Washington, an influential African American leader and advocate for education and civil rights. The volume covers a significant period in his life, offering a detailed look at his work, his interactions with prominent figures, and his contributions to the ongoing struggle for racial equality in the United States. more
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Booker T. Washington
Booker T. Washington was an influential African American educator, author, orator, and advisor to several U.S. presidents. He was a prominent figure in the African-American community during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his advocacy of vocational education and economic empowerment for African Americans. Washington founded the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, which evolved into Tuskegee University. He emphasized the importance of self-help and economic independence over immediate political and social reforms. more
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