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400 Years of African American History in Hampton, Virginia

Travel Oct 3, 2018 by Mira Temkin 4309Views 0Likes

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A peninsula off the coast of Virginia, Hampton’s strategic location makes it an important part of American history, dating back 400 years. With events such as the arrival…