Smith v. Allwright
The landmark case Smith v. Allwright represents a pivotal moment in the history of voting rights in the United States. Decided by the U.S. Supreme...
Author : joe bodego
James Eastland
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The Legacy of Racial Terror and the Fight Against Lynching in America On January 21, 1948, Senator James Eastland of Mississippi spearheaded a campaign to...
Godfrey Cambridge
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Godfrey Cambridge was a remarkable African American actor and comedian whose talent left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Born on February 26, 1933,...
Judy Pace
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Judy Lenteen Pace, born on June 15, 1942, in Los Angeles, California, is a pioneering American actress whose career spans over six decades, marked by...
James Edwards
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A Trailblazing African American Actor James Edwards was a groundbreaking figure in the history of American cinema, whose contributions to the entertainment industry are often...
Prof. Dr. Sabelo Ndlovu-Gatsheni
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A Distinguished Scholar and Thought Leader Prof. Dr. Sabelo Ndlovu-Gatsheni is a highly respected academic, intellectual, and thought leader whose work has significantly shaped contemporary...
Lieutenant D.H. Lackey
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Lieutenant D.H. Lackey was a law enforcement officer who played a notable role in the civil rights movement, particularly during the Montgomery bus boycott. On...
Leroy Pierce
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Leroy Pierce, a 28-year-old patrol officer with the Montgomery Police Department, played a significant role in the arrest of Rosa Parks on December 1, 1955....
Stax Records
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Stax Records was an iconic American record label that played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of soul music during the 1960s and 1970s....
Dave Prater
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Dave Prater, a name synonymous with soulful melodies and timeless performances, remains an influential figure in the history of American music. Best known as one-half...