Category: History
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Julian Abele Honored as Penn’s First Black Architecture Graduate and Visionary Behind Eisenlohr Hall
Julian Abele, Penn’s first Black architecture graduate, is honored for designing Eisenlohr Hall, celebrating his legacy as a trailblazer in architectural 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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