1. Booker T. Washington 1865-1915 Brianna Dunn & Chloe Pointer Engl 2205 TR 2-3:15

2. Throughout time Moved to Maiden, VA with mother and stepfather . Worked as salt packer, coal miner, and house servant Took evening classed to learn basic reading and writing skills

3. The Vision Wanted to help African Americans enter the White culture post civil war with as little violence as possible Also wanted push the idea of educational programs of vocational rather than intellectual or professional programs.

4. In the Beginning Chosen birth date April 5, 1856 Biological Father-Unknown White male Mother-African American Slave Chosen last name (Washington) from stepfather

5. School Days 1872 made journey to Hampton, VA Attended Hampton normal and Agricultural Institute. Purpose was to train African Americans as teachers Graduated in 1875 with honors and certificate to teach at a trade school

6. Stepping Stones First principal of what was Tuskegee Institute. Started with only 30 students Faculty and students hand built school from ground up with homemade bricks

8. Thought Heard Around the World “Up From Slavery” Literary work which showcased his literary talent Argued beliefs about the individual vs. the whole Success should not be measured my a person’s position, but by the obstacles that they endure to get to that position

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