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Smith, Bessie, 1894–1937, American singer, b. Chattanooga, Tenn. About 1910 Smith became the protégée of Gertrude (Ma) Rainey, one of the earliest blues singers. After working in traveling shows she went to New York City, where she made (1923–28) recordings, accompanied by such outstanding artists
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Arthur Ashe Courage Award
The Arthur Ashe Courage Award (sometimes called the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage or Arthur Ashe for Courage Award) is an award that is part of the ESPY awards. Although it is a sport-oriented award, it is not limited to sports-related people or actions, as it is presented annually to individuals
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African American Women In Their Own Words: Quotes
This collection of quotes from African American women are on quite a variety of topics. Some women speak about their philosophy of life, or about their perspectives on their field -- art, sports, politics. Some quotes are on racial and gender equality. Some are motivational and about
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Hakeem Olajuwon
Hakeem Olajuwon was born on January 21, 1963 in Lagos, Nigeria. He was born to owners of a concrete business, Salaam and Abike Olajuwon. He was the third of six siblings. The knowledge he, along with his siblings, got from his parents was virtues of hard work, discipline and respect of life. He was
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Singer Al Green born
Rhythm and Blues singer Al Green was born in Forest City, Arkansas
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Carmichael, Stokely
Carmichael, Stokely, 1941–98, African-American social activist, b. Trinidad. He lived in New York City from 1952 and graduated from Howard Univ. in 1964. Carmichael participated in the Congress of Racial Equalitys freedom rides in 1961, and by 1964 was a field organizer for the Student
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Aretha Franklin
Born: 3/25/1942 Memphis, TennesseeAretha Franklin is an American singer and musician. Franklin began her career singing gospel at her father, minister C. L. Franklins church as a child. In 1960, at the age of 18, Franklin embarked on a secular career, recording for Columbia Records but only
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James A. Bell
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Breyten Breytenbach
Breyten Breytenbach , , pseudonym Jan Blom (born Sept. 16, 1939, Bonnievale, S.Af.), exiled South African writer who was a leading Afrikaner poet and critic of apartheid. He became a naturalized French
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Birthday of singer, Macy Gray
Birthday of singer, Macy Gray
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Jaden Smith
Jaden Smith’s younger sister, Willow Smith (born 2000), is a pop singer and actress. He also has a half-brother, Trey Smith, from his father’s earlier marriage to Sheree Zampino.
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Fighting for Racial Justice in the Pacific Northwest: Lillian Walker and the Long Struggle for Civil Rights
In the following account John C. Hughes, chief oral historian for the Washington State Legacy Project, discusses the life and legacy of Lillian Walker, who has been a civil rights activist in Bremerton, Washington, since World War II. Established in 2008 by Washington Secretary of State Sam
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Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" Speech Quiz
One of the most famous speeches of the last century is  I Have a Dream, by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Though most Americans are familiar with the last section of the speech, in which Dr. King articulates his dream of freedom and equality, the rest of the speech deserves just as much attention for
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I Have a Dream
I Have a Dream is a public speech delivered by American civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr. during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on August 28, 1963, in which he calls for an end to racism in the United States and called for civil and economic rights. Delivered to over
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African-American Firsts in Film and Theatre
In 1916, Noble and George Johnson established The Lincoln Motion Picture Company.  Founded in Omaha, Nebraska, the Johnson Brothers made Lincoln Motion Picture Company the first African-American film production company. The companys debut film was entitled The Realization of the Negros
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Famous African-Americans of the 20th Century
African-American men and women made great contributions to American society throughout the 20th century, advancing civil rights as well as science, government, sports, and entertainment. Whether you are researching a topic for Black History Month or just want to learn more, this listing of famous
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8 Printout Activities for Martin Luther King Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. was a Baptist minister and a civil rights activist. He was born on January 15, 1929, and given the name Michael King, Jr. His father, Michael King Sr. later changed his name to Martin Luther King in honor of the Protestant religious leader. Martin Luther King, Jr. would
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Josephine Baker
Born: 6/3/1906 St. Louis, MissouriDied: 4/12/1975 Paris, FranceJosephine Baker was an American-born French dancer, singer, and actress who came to be known in various circles as the Black Pearl, Bronze Venus and even the Creole Goddess. Born Freda Josephine McDonald in St. Louis, Missouri,Baker was
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African American History and Women Timeline 1960-1969
[Previous] [Next] • Ruby Bridges integrated an all-white elementary school in New Orleans, Louisiana • Ella Baker among others organized SNCC (Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee) at Shaw University • Wilma Rudolph became the first American woman to win three Olympic gold medals, and was named
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African Company / African Grove Theatre
The African Company was the first known black theatre troupe. In 1816, William Henry Brown (1815-1884), a retired West Indian steamship steward, acquired a house on Thomas Street in lower Manhattan, New York. He offered a variety of instrumental and vocal entertainments on Sunday afternoons in his
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The Story of Martin Luther King Jr. by Kid President
Once upon a time, there was a man named Martin Luther King, Jr. He taught us that things wont always be awesome, but your response can be. Remember, things dont always have to be they are. We can change them! Kids can change them. This Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, celebrate the promise of change
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Steve McNair
Stephen LaTreal McNair, more commonly referred to as Steve McNair, was an American professional Football Quarterback, born on 14 February, 1973, in Mount Olive, Mississippi. McNair developed early interests in a multitude of sports, such as Football, Basketball and Baseball, but for the 6 foot
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African American History and Women Timeline 1920-1929
[Previous] [Next] 1920s • Harlem Renaissance: also called the New Negro Movement, a blossoming of arts, culture, and social action in the African American community • 19th Amendment to the US Constitution became law, but practically this did not give the vote to Southern African American women, who,
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