Category: History
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Anna Bailey became one of the first Black showgirls in Las Vegas, performing at the Moulin Rouge and paving the way for Black entertainers.
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Arthur Shores, Alabama’s first Black attorney to represent his own clients, won major civil rights cases for integration and equal pay.
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Discover how the Triple Nickles, America’s first Black paratroopers, defied racism in WWII and proved their courage and skill in the U.S. Army.
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Discover the history of H. Wilson & Co., Texas’ first Black-owned business. Learn how this pottery company pioneered unique designs and left a lasting legacy.
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Roosevelt Chapman made history as Faulkner University’s first African-American student. Learn how his faith and courage inspired generations.
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Gene Mitchell Gray Sr. made history as the first Black student at the University of Tennessee in 1952. Learn about his legal battle, sacrifices, and lasting legacy.
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Camilla Williams made history as the first Black woman to star at the New York City Opera in 1946. Learn about her groundbreaking career and lasting legacy.
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Dr. Howard Inghram, San Bernardino County’s first Black physician, treated thousands, delivered over 1,000 babies, and shaped community healthcare for generations.
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William H. Whitsell, Colorado’s first Black native, helped shape Denver’s skyline as a brick mason. Discover his legacy and how his family honors his contributions today.
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Ingrid Burton Nathan braved racism and threats as the first Black student to integrate Sanford Middle School in 1964. Learn how her courage shaped her life and inspired future generations.
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