Which scholar, the second black man to receive a doctorate in history from Harvard University, is known today as the Father of Black History?

Carter G. Woodson.

Explanation:

Carter G. Woodson was an author and historian. He is known as the "Father of Negro History" because he defended that education could transform society, improve race relations and benefit the lower classes. He was the first African American born of slaves to earn a PHD. He also defended that all people should learn black history and because of that he celebrated Negro History Week.