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Board recognizes 1858 exodus and African American Historical Society events; scholars forum and reception planned
Summary
Supervisors and representatives of the African American Historical and Cultural Society discussed a commemoration of the 1858 exodus of Black San Franciscans to Victoria, B.C., and announced related events including a scholars forum and an afternoon reception at the port.
Board members and the African American Historical and Cultural Society discussed a commemoration of the 1858 exodus of hundreds of Black San Franciscans to Victoria, British Columbia, and thanked local historians and organizations for preserving this history.
Supervisor Maxwell spoke of the society’s leadership and the significance of the…
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