Category: History
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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.
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Discover how John J. Bird, the first Black trustee at the University of Illinois, shaped education and civil rights in post-Civil War Illinois. Learn about his groundbreaking achievements and lasting legacy.
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Discover the inspiring story of John Wesley Gilbert, America’s first Black archaeologist, whose groundbreaking work in classical studies and education left a lasting impact.
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Discover how Charity Adams Earley, the first Black woman to command American troops overseas, led an all-female battalion to solve a critical mail backlog during WWII, breaking barriers and inspiring generations.
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Discover P.B.S. Pinchback Park in Shreveport, honoring the first Black U.S. governor. Learn about Pinchback’s remarkable journey from steamboat steward to Civil War officer to groundbreaking politician.
Recent Posts
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- Howard Simmons, Among the First Black Photographers at the Chicago Sun-Times, Showcases His Iconic Work at Oak Park Public Library
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- Charleston’s First Black Woman Police Captain Tonatte Mitchell Reflects on a Year of Leadership, Mentorship, and Community Impact
