John Hope Franklin Quotes

A collection of quotes by John Hope Franklin.

John Hope Franklin (1915-2009) was an acclaimed American historian and scholar. He played a crucial role in shaping the field of African American history as he tirelessly researched and chronicled the experiences and contributions of Black Americans. His seminal work, "From Slavery to Freedom: A History of African Americans," became a landmark text in the study of African American history. Franklin also championed civil rights and social justice, and his efforts earned him numerous accolades and awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom. His unwavering dedication to education and equality continues to inspire generations of scholars and activists.

We must go beyond textbooks, go out into the bypaths and unt

We must go beyond textbooks, go out into the bypaths and untrodden depths of the wilderness and travel and explore and tell the world the glories of our journey.

John Hope Franklin

Travel

We also learn that this country and the Western world have n

We also learn that this country and the Western world have no monopoly of goodness and truth and scholarship, we begin to appreciate the ingredients that are indispensable to making a better world. In a life of learning that is, perhaps, the greatest lesson of all.

John Hope Franklin

Learning