Category: History
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The remarkable story of Cheryl White, the first Black female jockey to make history by winning two races in different states on the same day. From her childhood on a horse farm to breaking barriers in the male-dominated…
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A Lifelong Dream Finally Achieved On April 6, 1909, American explorer Robert Peary accomplished a long elusive dream when he, assistant Matthew Henson and four Inuits reached what they determined to be the North Pole after decades of…
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The inspiring journey of Althea Gibson, the trailblazing athlete who shattered tennis’ color barrier and became the first Black player to win a Grand Slam tournament. From overcoming racial discrimination to conquering Wimbledon and the U.S.
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The remarkable journey of William Fauntroy, Jr., the first Black civil engineer hired by NCTA (later WMATA). From his early life and military service with the Tuskegee Airmen to shaping Washington’s Metro subway system, Fauntroy’s career left a…
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The inspiring journey of Mary W. Jackson, who broke through segregation barriers to become NASA’s first Black female engineer in 1958. From her early life and education to pioneering aerospace research, Jackson’s story is one of resilience and…
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Explore the amazing journey of Dr. Mae Jemison, the first Black woman in space. From her early inspiration driven by a fascination with astronomy to breaking boundaries as a doctor and engineer, Jemison’s determination led her to achieve…
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The history of C.R. Patterson & Sons, the first Black-owned automobile company founded by Frederick Douglass Patterson and his father Charles Richard.
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Explore the groundbreaking story of Frederick Douglass Patterson, the first Black football player at Ohio State University in 1890, whose legacy transcends the playing field, leaving an indelible mark on sports and entrepreneurship.
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Explore the inspiring journey of Guion “Guy” Bluford, the first African American astronaut to venture into space in 1983. Overcoming social barriers from childhood, Bluford’s trajectory from Air Force officer to aerospace pioneer is a testament to determination.
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Discover the remarkable story of William Harvey Carney, the first Black American to earn the Medal of Honor. From escaping slavery to heroically planting the flag at the Battle of Fort Wagner, Carney’s journey embodies courage and sacrifice.
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