February 2007 Headlines

The Amazing History of Wilberforce, OH

As theatres around the world share the true story of William Wilberforce, a British statesman who dedicated his life to ending the slave trade, residents in one small Ohio town say they need no reminding.

Amazing Grace: An Anthology of Poems...

James G. Basker, president of the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, editedAmazing Grace: An Anthology of Poems About Slavery 1660-1810.

A Modern-Day Teen Abolitionist

At first glance, Zach Hunter looks like an ordinary high schooler - and he is - except that in his free time - he helps free slaves.

Gospel Heritage: The Roots of African-American Spirituals

CBNNews.com -- This month, millions of Americans will celebrate Black History. Part of that history includes the role faith played in the lives of African-American slaves. I took a look at the spiritual songs of the slaves - and how songs of faith continue to inspire Black Americans today.