Tag: Atlanta history
-
The groundbreaking legacy of WERD, the pioneering Black-owned radio station founded by Jesse B. Blayton. Explore how WERD shattered barriers, amplified Black voices, and played a vital role in the civil rights movement.
-
The trailblazing journey of Maynard Jackson, Atlanta’s first Black mayor, who reshaped the city’s politics and community. Explore his legacy of progressive leadership, civil rights activism, and enduring impact on Atlanta and beyond.
Recent Posts
- Terri Sewell, Alabama’s First Black Congresswoman, Honors Civil Rights Icons Through Historic Congressional Actions
- Arthur “Buttons” Speakes: Old Dominion’s First Black Scholarship Athlete Who Paved the Way for Future Generations of Black Athletes
- Corey A. Thompson Leads the Way as First Black Top Non-Commissioned Officer at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
- Kgothatso Montjane Triumphs at Wimbledon as South Africa’s First Wheelchair Tennis Champion in Doubles
- Kehinde Andrews Leads Europe’s First Black Studies Program, Challenging Narratives on Meghan Markle and British Race Relations
