Feb 3, 2009 (Tell Me More) — February is Black History Month. As the nation recognizes the experiences and achievements of African-Americans, writer Kai Wright reads from a rare first-hand account of slavery's middle passage.
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Middle-Passage History For Modern Times
by Kai Wright
Feb 3, 2009 (Tell Me More) — February is Black History Month. As the nation recognizes the experiences and achievements of African-Americans, writer Kai Wright reads from a rare first-hand account of slavery's middle passage.Missing some content? Check the source: NPR
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