Yasmin Young

The new season of Black Ink Crew: New York and Black Ink Crew: LA kick off tonight on Vh1.

While remembering those African-Americans who paved the way, there are still so many people who have made history in the past century.

Some of them are based on true stories, some are fictional, but they will all leave you with a deeper connection to and a better understanding of the Black experience in America.

So you've decided to exercise your right to vote, but maybe you need a little help getting started.