The document provides an overview of key topics and events in Black History, including: 1) Slavery began in ancient times and Portugal established the first slave market for African slaves in South America. Slavery involved blacks being forced to obey white owners. 2) The Civil War was fought from 1861-1865 over disagreements around slavery, with Northern states wanting to abolish it and Southern states wanting to maintain control over slavery. 3) Jim Crow laws from 1876-1965 separated blacks and whites and gave legal advantages to whites, unfairly treating blacks. 4) The Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s sought equal legal rights and treatment for African Americans, resulting in them gaining equal status to

1. Black History By: Lek Hong (14) (2P3)