The History of the Negro Church

Carter Godwin Woodson, an influential historian and journalist, is recognized as a pioneer in the study of African-American history. He founded the Association for the Study of African American Life and History and established The Journal of Negro History in 1916. Woodson is celebrated as the "father of black history" for his efforts in promoting awareness and education about African-American contributions, notably initiating "Negro History Week" in 1926, which later evolved into Black History Month.