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34 African American Photos That Challenged The World In 1900
HistoryMAY 14, 2025

34 African American Photos That Challenged The World In 1900

Mariia Tkachenko
Louise Pieterse
Mariia Tkachenko and Louise Pieterse
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Imagine a powerful statement of resilience and achievement displayed on the world stage in 1900. That's exactly what W.E.B. Du Bois and Thomas J. Calloway created for the Paris Exposition, showcasing the vibrant lives and accomplishments of African Americans a generation removed from slavery. These 34 remarkable photographs are just a portion of the groundbreaking exhibit that aimed to document the history, present condition, education, and literature of Black Americans. Sourced from institutions like Hampton and Tuskegee, as well as prominent Black leaders, these images offer a compelling counter-narrative to the racist stereotypes prevalent at the time. Prepare to be moved by these glimpses into a community striving for progress, education, and self-determination against incredible odds.

#1 A Man Giving Piano Lesson To A Young Girl

A Man Giving Piano Lesson To A Young Girl
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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13points

#2 Sisters Of The Holy Family, New Orleans, La

Sisters Of The Holy Family, New Orleans, La
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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12points

#3 The Only Store In The Us Serving Exclusively African Americans, At 2933 State St., Chicago, Ill

The Only Store In The Us Serving Exclusively African Americans, At 2933 State St., Chicago, Ill
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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11points

#4 Howard Univ., Washington, D.c., Ca. 1900 - Class Picture

Howard Univ., Washington, D.c., Ca. 1900 - Class Picture
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
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10points

#5 Men And Boys Dressed For Church

Men And Boys Dressed For Church
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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10points

#6 Practice School At Howard Univ., Wash., D.c

Practice School At Howard Univ., Wash., D.c
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
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10points

#7 Sgt. Alexander Kelly, Head-And-Shoulders Portrait

Sgt. Alexander Kelly, Head-And-Shoulders Portrait
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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9points

#8 Claflin Univ., Orangeburg, S.c. Ca. 1900

Claflin Univ., Orangeburg, S.c. Ca. 1900
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
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9points

#9 Young Man, Half-Length Portrait

Young Man, Half-Length Portrait
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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8points

#10 Young Woman, Half-Length Portrait

Young Woman, Half-Length Portrait
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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8points

#11 Half-Length Portrait Of A Woman

Half-Length Portrait Of A Woman
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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8points

#12 Junior Normal Class Of Fisk University, Nashville

Junior Normal Class Of Fisk University, Nashville
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
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8points

#13 Howard Univ., Washington, D.c., Ca. 1900 - Sewing Class

Howard Univ., Washington, D.c., Ca. 1900 - Sewing Class
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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6points

#14 Dentistry At Howard University, Washington, D.c., Ca. 1900

Dentistry At Howard University, Washington, D.c., Ca. 1900
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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6points

#15 Simpson Industrial Home Of Claflin University, Orangeburg, S.c

Simpson Industrial Home Of Claflin University, Orangeburg, S.c
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
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6points

#16 Group Of Children From The Model School, Fisk University, Nashville Tenn

Group Of Children From The Model School, Fisk University, Nashville Tenn
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
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6points

#17 Women Holding Umbrellas

Women Holding Umbrellas
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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6points

#18 A Family Posed For Portrait Seated On Lawn

A Family Posed For Portrait Seated On Lawn
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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6points

#19 Two Girls Sitting On A Porch

Two Girls Sitting On A Porch
Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
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6points

#20 Cutting And Fitting

Cutting And Fitting
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs
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5points
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