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Forgotten graves at U.Va likely belonged to black slaves

theGRIO REPORT - Although the graves have not been officially confirmed as holding the remains of black slaves, the university has no plans to excavate or uncover the graves to assure respect for the remains according to UVA Today...

Virginia school rejects speech from first lady

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theGRIO REPORT - First lady Michelle Obama’s request to speak at a Chesterfield County elementary school, while on the campaign trail in Virginia, was rejected by the school officials, citing that it went against school policy...

Rare anti-slavery booklet acquired by U.Va.

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RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - The University of Virginia has acquired a rare first edition of an 1829 anti-slavery manifesto that was considered a rallying cry for black Americans...

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University Of Virginia

Forgotten graves at U.Va likely belonged to black slaves

Virginia school rejects speech from first lady

Rare anti-slavery booklet acquired by U.Va.

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