Tag: civil rights pioneers
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ETSU unveils a new memorial featuring life-sized bronze statues honoring the five Black students who desegregated its campus. Sculpted by Austen Brantley, the tribute preserves their legacy for future generations.
Recent Posts
- Fairfax County Fire Department Honors Natalie Robb, Its First Black Woman Officer Who Rose to Captain
- Howard Simmons, Among the First Black Photographers at the Chicago Sun-Times, Showcases His Iconic Work at Oak Park Public Library
- Derek Lewis Makes History as Largest Black Franchisee of Philly Pretzel Factory, Bringing Iconic Philly Flavors to Central Florida
- Charleston’s First Black Woman Police Captain Tonatte Mitchell Reflects on a Year of Leadership, Mentorship, and Community Impact
- Meet Rev. John Percell Ball, the Leader Who Built Ridgefield’s First Black Church and Pushed for Civil Rights
