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Historian Reveals Hidden History of Blackface
Filed: Mar 09, 2026 at 1:04 PM ET
Summary: Rhae Lynn Barnes explores the popularity of blackface in her book 'Darkology'.
WHO: Rhae Lynn Barnes
WHAT: Publication of the book 'Darkology'
WHEN: Mar 09, 2026 at 12:34 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To uncover the history of blackface and minstrel shows in America.
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