Category: History
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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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Discover the inspiring story of Dr. Urbane Bass, Fredericksburg’s first Black physician and a World War I hero, honored during the Memorial Day commemoration. Learn about his pioneering contributions, valor on the battlefield, and lasting legacy of service…
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Learn about Ernest Green, the first Black American to graduate from the then newly integrated Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, and his pivotal role in the civil rights movement alongside the Little Rock Nine.
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Discover the inspiring story of Dr. Sheila Chamberlain, the first Black female combat intelligence pilot in the U.S. Army. Learn about her remarkable journey, the challenges she overcame, and her lasting impact on aviation history.
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Explore the remarkable legacy of Claudia H. Hampton, the first Black woman trustee and later chair of the California State University Board. Discover her tireless advocacy for affirmative action and how her visionary leadership continues to inspire efforts…
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Learn about Sista Hadie Goldson, the first Black Belizean woman attorney in 1965, and her contributions to Belizean society. Explore her journey and legacy as a prominent figure in Belizean history.
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The remarkable legacy of Irving L. Peddrew III, the first Black student admitted to Virginia Tech in 1953. Despite facing challenges, his courage and resilience paved the way for diversity and inclusion at the university. Learn how his…
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Thurgood Marshall, the first Black U.S. Supreme Court Justice, who played a pivotal role in the civil rights movement, landmark cases, and the fight for equality and justice in America.
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Discover the pioneering journey of Ming Smith, the first Black woman photographer to have her work acquired by the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in 1979. Explore her unconventional approach to photography, her fortuitous encounter with MoMA, and…
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Meet Ronald Yancey, the trailblazer who made history as Georgia Tech’s first Black graduate in 1965. Despite facing rejection and discrimination, his perseverance paved the way for future generations. Learn about his journey and legacy.
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