Negro History Week formally changed into what would become Black History Month by 1976 when President Gerald Ford extended the observation to a full month - one honoring the contributions of black Americans to this day. Since then, every U.S. president has recognized the month and endorsed a specific theme set by ASALH. More @Wikipedia
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