William Edward Burghardt “W.E.B.” DuBois was born in Great Barrington, Massachusetts on February 23rd, 1868. DuBois achieved many accomplishments throughout his life such as, co-founding the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), founding the Niagara Movement, becoming the first African-American to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard University, and becoming a writer who published many works. W.E.B. DuBois crafted his literature works during the late 19th century and throughout the 20th century. W.E.B. DuBois practiced his leadership and formulated his literature works during a time when heavy injustices were placed on African Americans. He also lived through both World War I and World War II. This being said, we can conclude
