Month: January 2026

Legacy The years 1880–1915 have been dubbed the Age of Booker Washington because of how well-known he was as a public figure. There has been a wide range of historical perspectives about Washington, his personality, and the significance of that leadership. Following his passing, the civil rights community harshly condemned him for his accommodationism toward white supremacist ideology. But from the late 20th century, a more impartial assessment of his extremely diverse work has emerged. According to the most recent research, “defend and celebrate his accomplishments, legacy, and leadership” (2010).…