Author: Yaw Agbey
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Discover the remarkable story of Nat King Cole, the pioneering African-American singer and pianist who became the first solo singer to top the Billboard charts, breaking racial barriers and leaving an indelible mark on the music industry.
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Jeannine Payne, the trailblazing first Black principal of Philadelphia’s renowned Masterman School, is set to take on a new challenge – revitalizing Strawberry Mansion High School in North Philadelphia.
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Explore the inspiring story of Cleve McDowell, the first Black law student at the University of Mississippi, who became a civil rights champion and justice reformer, breaking barriers and fighting for equal justice.
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Discover how Vaughan Gething made history as the first Black leader of the Welsh Labour Party, breaking barriers and representing a shift towards diversity and inclusivity in UK politics.
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Discover the remarkable story of the Mills Brothers, the pioneering African-American vocal group that made history in 1943 by becoming the first of their kind to secure a #1 hit on the Billboard charts with their iconic song…
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Explore the iconic day when Joshua Daniel White, a trailblazing African-American musician and civil rights activist, made history by becoming the first artist of his kind to perform at the White House, breaking down racial barriers and inspiring…
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Discover the remarkable tale of Count Basie, the trailblazing jazz icon who made history as the first African-American to receive the coveted Grammy Award, redefining the big-band swing sound and leaving an indelible mark on the music industry.
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Explore the enduring legacy of Ethel Waters, the groundbreaking entertainer who made history as the first African American to star in her own television show in 1939, overcoming adversity to become a celebrated actress, singer, and civil rights…
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Explore the remarkable history of Francis Johnson, the first African-American composer to publish sheet music in the United States. Discover his groundbreaking achievements, including leading one of the first integrated bands, touring Europe, and performing for Queen Victoria,…
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Longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a pioneering Democrat and the first Black female mayoral candidate of Houston, faces a personal health challenge as she seeks her 16th term in Congress. Despite her diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, Jackson…
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