Category: History
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The inspiring journey of Cheryl White, America’s first Black female jockey, who shattered barriers in horse racing in 1971. Learn about her historic achievements, the erasure of Black jockey legacies, and the rediscovery of her story through a…
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The inspiring life story of George Stiebel, Jamaica’s first Black millionaire, who overcame incredible odds to achieve entrepreneurial success in the late 1800s. From humble beginnings to acquiring the legendary Devon House estate, Stiebel’s resilience and vision continue…
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The remarkable story of Mariah Brown, a Bahamian immigrant who pioneered Miami’s earliest Black community in Coconut Grove. Learn how she built one of the first Black-owned homes in 1890, inspiring the creation of churches, schools, and businesses.
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Tthe inspiring story of Derartu Tulu, the first Black African woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the 10,000m final at the 1992 Barcelona Games. Witness her historic victory over Elana Meyer and the symbolic victory lap…
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The poignant narrative of Sammy Younge Jr., a 21-year-old civil rights activist and the first black college student to lose his life in the Black Liberation Movement. Delve into the historical significance of his activism in the 1960s,…
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The remarkable journey of Shirley Chisholm, the first African-American to run for a major party’s presidential nomination. From her early life and education to breaking barriers in the New York State Legislature and Congress, Chisholm’s political career was…
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The captivating story of Zelda Wynn Valdes, the visionary creator of the original Playboy Bunny outfit and a trailblazing African American fashion pioneer. From her iconic designs worn by legends to breaking barriers as the first black business…
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The impactful legacy of Ophelia DeVore, one of the first Black models in America who went on to establish one of the first modeling agencies. Learn about her groundbreaking contributions, empowering talent, and shaping beauty perceptions in the…
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The remarkable life of Mary Ellen Pleasant, believed to be the first Black female self-made millionaire. From humble beginnings in slavery to amassing immense wealth during the Gold Rush in San Francisco, Pleasant’s story unfolds with business acumen,…
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The amazingjourney of Alex Quaison-Sackey, the first Black African to serve as President of the United Nations General Assembly. From his early political activism in Ghana’s fight for independence to his groundbreaking role advocating for human rights on…
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