Matthew Henson was the first African American to reach and stand on one of earth’s farthest reaches – the North Pole. He traveled with Robert Peary’s expeditions to venture into the desolate lands of the Arctic. In 1909, Henson, Peary, and four Indigenous natives stood at the top of the world for the first time in recorded history. Together, they faced numerous dangers, harsh landscapes, and sub-zero temperatures. This video shares the incredible story in Henson's own words from his 1912 autobio
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Matthew Henson was the first man to reach the North Pole—but they gave credit to someone else. His story is one of those Black history facts you didn’t know, because it was never taught in school. He led the way, spoke the language, and survived the ice. Still, history erased him. This is deep Black history. The kind of hidden Black history facts that show just how much was left out on purpose. It’s one of those Black history facts that makes u cry—not just for what he did, but for how they trie
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Matthew Henson: The Overlooked Hero of the North Pole 🌌❄️ 📜 Video Overview: Matthew Henson was a pioneering Black American explorer who may have been the very first person to stand at the North Pole on April 6, 1909. Born in 1866 in Maryland, Henson faced hardship early in life, losing both parents when he was young. By age 12, he was working at sea, learning vital navigation and survival skills that would shape his future. He joined Robert Peary on seven Arctic expeditions over 18 years, beco
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Matthew Henson: The Final Step Who reached the North Pole first? Robert Peary or Matthew Alexander Henson? There is much controversy surrounding who was the first person to reach the North Pole. Normative history books tell us that Admiral Robert Peary was the man who “discovered” the North Pole. Is that accurate? Or did Matthew Henson step foot first on the #NorthPole? Matthew Alexander Henson was an #AfricanAmerican explorer who accompanied Admiral Robert Peary and spent 23 years on expedition
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