W.E.B Dubois (1868-1963)
by sofie,sophie,josh l, and carson
early life, education, motivation
He was born in Great Barrington, Massachusetts
He went to Harvard University.
He was motivated by Alexander Crummel and William James.
Famous speeches, books, publications, job titles
he wrote
- The Souls of Black Folk
- Black Reconstruction in America
-The Crisis
he won
- Spingarn Medal
- Lenin Peace Prize
Major Contributions to Georgia while he was alive
Co founder of the National Association for the advancement of colored people (NAACP)
Lasting impact on Georgia and the US
was the first African American to earn a Doctorate
He wanted higher education for 10% of African Americans which he called The Talented Tenth. He thought this group could become leaders for all other African Americans. He was elected into the Writing Hall of Fame.