Tag: 973.04968 (History of the United States — African American and Cape Verdean heritage)
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Avelino “Chappy” Rose, Rhode Island’s first Black Cape Verdean Processing Sheriff and a decorated WWII veteran, has died at 101. His legacy of service, leadership, and community pride continues to inspire.
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