Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Edmond Dédé’s Morgiane, the first opera by a Black American composer, receives its long-awaited premiere after 138 years. Discover the music and legacy of this forgotten masterpiece.
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Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes will make history again as the first Black quarterbacks to face off in a Super Bowl rematch. Learn about their journey and impact on NFL history.
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The U.S. Air Force restores training videos honoring the Tuskegee Airmen, the first Black pilots who fought in WWII and helped desegregate the military. Learn more about their legacy.
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Igi Lola Ayedun transforms São Paulo’s first Black-owned gallery into the Hoa Cultural Society, a nonprofit focused on racial equity, supporting marginalized artists, and promoting cultural diversity in Brazil’s art world.
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Learn about Jean Augustine, the first Black Canadian woman in Parliament, who championed Black History Month in 1995. Discover how the Guelph Black Heritage Society celebrates Black heritage today.
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Xavier University becomes the first HBCU to launch a co-ed varsity rowing program, setting a new standard for inclusion and excellence in collegiate sports.
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Henry Marsh III, Richmond’s first Black mayor and civil rights champion, leaves a legacy of courage and transformation. Learn about his groundbreaking achievements and enduring impact.
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Nigeria’s Junior Yellow Greens make history as the first female cricket team from West Africa to qualify for the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup, showcasing extraordinary talent and determination.
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Bridget Mangwandi, the first Black woman to win MasterChef South Africa, becomes the youngest global champion at just 20. Her victory is a monumental achievement in culinary history.
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Explore the story of the first Black software engineer at IBM, who overcame significant achievements and struggles with internalized racism, shedding light on racial discrimination in the tech world.
Recent Posts
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- David Blackwell Paved the Way as the First Black Scholar in the National Academy of Sciences, Revolutionizing Game Theory and Statistics
- How Thomas Jennings Pioneered Dry Cleaning and Became the First Black American to Secure a U.S. Patent
- Vivica A. Fox Blazed a Trail as Hollywood’s First Black Female U.S. President in a Live-Action Film—A Milestone That Still Inspires!
- Edward McKnight Brawley, the First Black Graduate of Bucknell, Opened Doors for Generations of Black Scholars 150 Years Ago
