Tag: historical achievements
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Henry Louis Gates Jr. made history in 1998 as the first Black scholar to receive the National Humanities Medal, celebrating a legacy in African American studies and public education
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The incredible journey of Robert Smalls, from a childhood in slavery to becoming the first Black U.S. Navy pilot.
Recent Posts
- Pickett Sworn in as Mullins’ First Black Female Mayor, Promises to Lead with Commitment to the Entire Community
- Denver’s First Black Fire Station Earns National Recognition, Celebrating Over 130 Years of Courage and Community
- Delcambre Welcomes Perry Shaw as First Black Police Chief, Pledging Safety, Unity, and Community Growth
- Columbus Honors Michael Coleman as First Black Mayor, Celebrating 25 Years Since His Groundbreaking Leadership
- Henry Louis Gates Jr. Was the First Black Scholar to Receive the National Humanities Medal in 1998, Paving the Way for a Legacy in American Culture
