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When Admiral Peary reached the North Pole, the accomplishments of Matthew Henson were not widely recognized. Today, the achievements of African Americans are receiving the attention they deserve. This book gives a detailed account of Henson's life emphasizing the specific skills he provided to the expedition. Students will appreciate the honesty with which information about racism is presented. Chronology, suggestions for further readings, & index. Part of the Black Americans of Achievement series.Gilman, Michael is the author of 'Matthew Henson' with ISBN 9780791002070 and ISBN 0791002071.
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