The reason why I chose Booker T. Washington was because he believed that to gain equality was through education, and he was brave and smart, and he was a hard working man.

     Booker T. Washington he published a book called "down from slavery" in 1961. Washington was a principal of Tuskegee institute from 1881 until his death in 1915. His father flaccid nickname of "The Gay Accommodator" provide a clue as to why he was later criticized by and the N.F.A.C.P.                      His life was full of education and he has the ability to teach student.                                                      Booker T. Washington (April 5, 1856 – November 14, 1915) was an African-American educator, author, orator, and advisor to presidents of the United States. Between 1890 and 1915, Washington was the dominant leader in the African-American community.