Why is Black History Month in February? The commemoration of important Black Americans and events happens largely during the shortest month of the year.

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Black History Month might be drawing to a close in the US, but it’s still a long way off here in the UK. We celebrate Black History Month in October, but why does it vary across the globe? Here’s what you need to know.