History is fundamental is the battle cry of actor, author, and activist Reginald Nelson, also known as Captain Juneteenth. He honors impactful BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) Americans in each designated month, particularly emphasizing the importance of significant events like Juneteenth, a day dedicated to celebrating this pivotal moment in American history.  

FEBRUARY - African American Heritage  

MARCH - Women's Heritage  

APRIL - Muslim/Arab American Heritage  

MAY - Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage  

JUNE - Civil War Heritage & Juneteenth

JULY - Political Book of the Month

SEPTEMBER - Latin American Heritage  

OCTOBER - Civil War Heritage & Women  

NOVEMBER - Native American Heritage

DECEMBER - Annual Benedict Lee Awards