Black Baptist organizations merge to form the National Baptist Convention, which becomes the largest Black religious body in the United States.
At a Glance
- Date
- 28 September 1895
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Category
- Religion
- Source
- National Baptist Convention records (1895) · Library of Congress
What It Meant Then
It created a powerful institutional base for Black faith, education, and publishing.
What It Means Now
The convention remains a cornerstone of Black religious life.
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