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There were a few institutes of learning for African-Americans (at that time known as colored people) established in the early 1800's, but the very first recognized university was Wilberforce University founded in 1856.

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One of the first notable black colleges was Tuskegee Institute, led by Booker T. Washington

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Ashman Institute

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How did WEB Du Bois disagree with Booker T Washington?

Du Bois believed that African Americans should not accept segregation.


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