Our Know Your Heritage eBooks provide deep historical context for Virginia's African American experience, from the 1619 arrival of the first Africans to the present day, exploring themes like emancipation and freedom seeking, entrepreneurship and economic development, education and HBCU excellence, civil rights activism and social justice, arts and cultural contributions, and maritime and military heritage. These narrative-driven explorations bring history to life through personal stories, primary source documents, archival photographs, and connections to contemporary Virginia communities where these legacies continue to shape daily life. Each chapter includes discussion questions perfect for book clubs or classroom use, suggested heritage sites to visit for deeper exploration, and connections to the Heritage Points system so your reading inspires real-world heritage experiences.
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Our Know Your Story eBooks help you discover how Virginia's African American heritage connects to your own family narrative and lived experience. Whether you're researching your family's genealogy, exploring your community's local history, or seeking to understand how historical events shaped the Virginia you know today, these resources provide practical tools and inspiring examples for personal heritage discovery. The eBooks include genealogy research guides specifically designed for African American family history, oral history interview techniques to capture stories from family elders, community heritage documentation methods, and frameworks for connecting your personal story to broader historical movements and themes. Download your free eBooks today from AAHAVA.org and begin a journey of discovery where history becomes a living narrative that includes your story, your family, and your community's vital place in Virginia's ongoing heritage.