Carter G. Woodson--1875-1950
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N 37° 39.348 W 078° 21.067
17S E 733668 N 4170927
Virginia Historical Highway Marker F-53
Waymark Code: WM9HG0
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 08/23/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member tiki-4
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Three miles east is the birthplace of the noted teacher, educator and historian, Dr. Carter G. Woodson. He was the founder of the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History, Journal of Negro History, originated Negro History Week and authored more than a dozen important works dealing with his race in the United States.
Marker Number: F-53

Marker Title: Carter G. Woodson--1875-1950

Marker Location: US 15 South of New Canton

County or Independent City: Buckingham County

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Marker Program Sponsor: Virginia Historic Landmarks Commission - 1976
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