Author: Yaw Agbey
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Don Gilet debuts as the first Black detective in Death in Paradise. Discover his emotional portrayal and its impact on the beloved BBC series.
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Discover how William McDonald, son of a freed slave, built Texas’ first Black-owned bank and created a thriving business district in Fort Worth during the 1900s.
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Ja’Dayia Kursh, Arkansas’ first Black rodeo queen, inspires change in the Western industry while advocating for diversity.
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Explore Vivian Malone’s journey as the first Black graduate of The University of Alabama, her impact on civil rights, and her enduring legacy.
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Explore the legacy of Rev. Dr. Katie Geneva Cannon, the first Black woman ordained in the Presbyterian Church, and her transformative work in faith and Womanist Theology.
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Explore Kevin Johnson’s inspiring journey from NBA All-Star to Sacramento’s first Black mayor, transforming communities with bold leadership.
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Aisha Bowe, from a 2.3 GPA to NASA engineer, gears up to become the first Black woman astronaut with Blue Origin.
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Chaplain John Ijeoma is now the first Black Catholic priest in the U.S. Department of Defense to hold the rank of colonel, marking a historic milestone in his career.
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James Meredith, the first Black student to integrate Ole Miss, is honored with a historical marker in his hometown
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Learn how Kenneth Chenault became one of the first Black CEOs of a Fortune 500 company and transformed American Express into a global leader.
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