Author: Yaw Agbey
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Discover the inspiring story of Chief Harold D. Scoggins, the first Black firefighter hired by Glendale Fire Department, who rose to become the fire chief of Seattle. Learn about his journey, challenges, and legacy in promoting diversity and…
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How Mattel made history by creating Christie, the first Black doll, in 1968, paving the way for improved representation and diversity in the Barbie universe. Learn about the impact of Christie’s creation and the legacy it left in…
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Delve into the remarkable life story of Ahmet Ali Çelikten, the world’s first Black pilot. Learn about his pioneering journey in the Ottoman Air Force, his contributions to Turkish history, and his enduring legacy as a trailblazer in…
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The groundbreaking story of Sean and Tia Edwards, the first African-Americans to distill bourbon in Kentucky. Explore their journey as married entrepreneurs, their luxury bourbon brand Fresh, and how they’re redefining tradition with inclusive innovation in the iconic…
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Discover the story of Brian C. Kincaid, Ohio’s first Black enologist, who broke barriers to pursue his passion for winemaking. Learn about his journey from Cleveland native to earning an enology degree at Kent State University and launching…
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The groundbreaking story of Marcus Peter Blakemore, the first African American graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Dental School’s Prosthetic Dentistry program.
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The inspiring journey of Adejoké Bakare, the Nigerian-born chef who made history as the UK’s first Black female Michelin-starred chef. Learn about her culinary evolution from pop-up to Michelin glory with Chishuru restaurant.
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The remarkable journey of Dr. William Conan Davis, the first Black man to receive a PhD from the University of Idaho in 1965. Delve into his story of overcoming racial barriers in academia and pioneering scientific research in…
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The inspiring journey of Sereena Quick, the first Black woman to own Chick-fil-A restaurants across three states: Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. From overcoming hardship in North Philly to achieving groundbreaking franchise ownership, Quick’s story embodies determination, resilience,…
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The memorable moment at the 2022 Emmy Awards when Zendaya made history as the first Black woman to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series twice for her role in HBO’s Euphoria.
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