Category: History
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Discover how Charles Cooper made history as the first Black player drafted by the Boston Celtics in 1950, breaking barriers and changing NBA forever.
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Beloit School Board considers honoring basketball legend Johnny Watts by naming the high school court after him, recognizing his achievements and impact on local sports history.
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Discover how Thomas “Hit Man” Hearns made boxing history in 1987 by becoming the first Black man to win world titles in five different weight classes.
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Discover how Walter Moses Burton became America’s first Black sheriff in 1869 and fought for Black education as a Texas state senator, breaking racial barriers along the way.
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Discover the extraordinary life of Harrel G. Tillman, Texas’ first Black judge, who balanced careers in law, ministry, acting, and broadcasting.
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Macomb celebrates William Thorpe, its first Black police officer and Korean War veteran, honoring his pioneering career and lasting impact on the community.
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How Eliza Grier Overcame Enormous Odds to Become Georgia’s First Licensed Black Woman Doctor in 1898
Discover the inspiring journey of Eliza Grier, who overcame immense challenges to become the first Black woman licensed to practice medicine in Georgia in 1898.
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Explore Ron Kirk’s historic 1995 election as Dallas’ first Black mayor, his campaign strategy, and lasting impact on Texas politics and diversity in leadership.
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Explore the remarkable story of Richard Henry Greene, Yale’s first Black graduate and a pioneering Civil War physician who left an indelible mark on 19th-century America.
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Explore Pauli Murray’s restored childhood home in Durham, NC, now a hub for social justice programming honoring the civil rights leader and first Black woman Episcopal priest.
Recent Posts
- Jongilizwe Harold Sobantu, Bulawayo’s First Black Engineer, Remembered for His Pioneering Role and Dedication to Community Service
- Marianne Jean-Baptiste Poised to Make History as the First Black British Actress Nominated for Two Oscars!
- Samuel Nwajagu Makes History as the First African to Win Mister International, Redefining Global Pageantry and Inspiring Future Generations
- Audra McDonald Becomes the First Black Actress to Lead Broadway’s Revival of ‘Gypsy’ as Mama Rose
- Emmanuel Bailey, Trailblazing as the First Black Lottery Operator in the US, Redefines DC’s Gaming Industry and Community Impact
