Author: Yaw Agbey
-
Discover how Walter Moses Burton became America’s first Black sheriff in 1869 and fought for Black education as a Texas state senator, breaking racial barriers along the way.
-
Discover the extraordinary life of Harrel G. Tillman, Texas’ first Black judge, who balanced careers in law, ministry, acting, and broadcasting.
-
Naronda Wright becomes NAGAP’s first Black president, bringing over 16 years of higher education experience to lead the graduate enrollment management association.
-
Macomb celebrates William Thorpe, its first Black police officer and Korean War veteran, honoring his pioneering career and lasting impact on the community.
-
Brazilian couple wins legal battle to name their son Piye after the first black pharaoh, overcoming bullying concerns and celebrating African heritage in a landmark case for cultural representation.
-
Diane Abbott, the UK’s first Black woman MP, speaks out about facing racist threats and feeling unsupported by Labour leader Keir Starmer in a revealing BBC Newsnight interview.
-
How Eliza Grier Overcame Enormous Odds to Become Georgia’s First Licensed Black Woman Doctor in 1898
Discover the inspiring journey of Eliza Grier, who overcame immense challenges to become the first Black woman licensed to practice medicine in Georgia in 1898.
-
Discover how Arsenio Hall became the first Black late-night talk show host, revolutionizing TV entertainment with his unique style and diverse guest lineup.
-
Explore Frank Scott Jr.’s journey as Little Rock’s first elected Black mayor, his “Rebuild the Rock” initiative, and his vision for the city’s growth and community development.
-
Learn about the Augusta African American Historical Society’s efforts to honor influential Black figures with new monuments in downtown Augusta, including Georgia’s first Black teacher.
Recent Posts
- From Virginia to the Gridiron: Meet Charles Follis, the First Black Pro Football Player Who Blazed a Trail in 1904
- Tshego Gaelae Earns Historic Mrs World Title, Becoming the First Black Woman to Win in Pageant’s 40-Year Legacy
- Highlands Ranch Teacher to Lead Douglas County’s First AP African American Studies Class, Fulfilling Students’ Demand for Deeper History
- Eddie Lewis Turner, One of Escambia’s First Black Bus Drivers, Remembered for 36 Years of Service and Legacy of Connecting Communities
- Dr. Myra Adele Logan, the First Black Woman to Perform Open-Heart Surgery, Leaves a Lasting Legacy in Medicine
