Black History Month (also known as African-American History Month), is an annual celebration that began as a way of remembering important figures and events in the history of African diaspora. The first celebration took place at Kent State in 1970. Black History Month is currently celebrated in February in the United States and Canada, while in places like the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Ireland, it is observed in the month of October. BHM is a time to commemorate African American trailblazers and their remarkable legacies, a time to celebrate amazing people that truly believed in freedom, humanity, and who did everything in their power to make a positive change. In honor of Black History Month, we’ve rounded up a list of inspirational quotes from civil rights icons and abolitionists including Martin Luther King Jr. , Frederick Douglass , Rosa Parks and Harriet Tubman . Below, you’ll also find wise words and provoking ideas from other inspiring leaders and modern