Tag: 305.896 (African American history)
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Norma Florence, the first Black postmaster of McCordsville, Indiana, built a legacy of service, resilience, and community connection that still inspires today.
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Discover how A. Philip Randolph founded the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, America’s first all-Black labor union, and changed U.S. labor and civil rights history forever.
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Meet Helaina, Henri, and Henniyah Rivers — the first Black triplets in U.S. history to earn Eagle Scout rank and now heading to the Winter Olympic trials.
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US Open to Honor 75 Years Since Althea Gibson Became the First Black Player to Break Tennis Barriers
The 2025 US Open celebrates 75 years since Althea Gibson broke tennis’ color barrier. Learn about the tributes, theme art, and her lasting impact.
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Discover the inspiring story of Cudjo “Jack” Banquate, Newark’s Revolutionary War soldier and first Black businessman, brought to life by historian Kofi Ayim on May 31, 2025.
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