With Black History Month just around the corner (February 2009), Nike is planning to give a select number of people a pair of  these special “Black History Month” Air Force (1) Ones. Only individuals that have shown great leadership in their communities will get the honor of receiving a pair, so don’t expect to see them in-stores.

This Air Force (1) One features a predominantly black leather upper with a  black patent leather  Nike swoosh, green threading on the midsole, red threading on the upper, and red and green fabric on the interior lining. The sneaker also has laser graphics imprinted along the sides, and includes  a special black bag marked with Nike’s 100 Year  logo and a nice quote.

Quote From Bag:

100 years came and another 100 past
little did they know, nothing would forever last
the land they knew stood for “liberty and justice for all”
however, “we the people” didn’t include them at all
words on paper held no weight
it was time for judicial battle at the mahogany gate
they moved left and then shifted right
they fought for freedom keeping equality in sight
laws were challenged and changes were made
giving us the right to make the grade
thanks to those who fought the fight
moving the darkness and bringing light.

via SH