Charles Sherrod
Charles Sherrod is an American civil rights activist and a prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement. He was born on December 14, 1937, in...
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Runyon v. McCrary
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Runyon v. McCrary was a U.S. Supreme Court case decided in 1976 that upheld the right of African American children to attend private schools that...
Lucinda Todd
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A Champion for Equality in Education Lucinda Todd was a remarkable woman whose name may not be as widely recognized as some of her counterparts,...
George Clinton
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The Pioneer of Funk Music George Clinton, an American musician, songwriter, and producer, is widely recognized as one of the foremost innovators of funk music....
Chic
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Chic is an American disco and funk band that was formed in 1976. With their unique blend of infectious rhythms, soulful melodies, and stylish flair,...
2 Live Crew
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2 Live Crew is an American hip-hop group that was formed in Miami, Florida, in 1984. The group gained notoriety in the late 1980s and...
MC Hammer
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MC Hammer is a legendary rapper, dancer, and entrepreneur who rose to fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s with his catchy hits and...
Anthony “The Black Demon” Hamilton
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Anthony “The Black Demon” Hamilton was a natural in the irons. Born in Charleston, S.C., in 1866, Hamilton was a complete rider, possessing a rare...
George B. “Spider” Anderson
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George B. “Spider” Anderson is considered one of the greatest African American jockeys in horse racing history. There are no details available on George Anderson’s...
De La Soul
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De La Soul is an American hip-hop group formed in 1987. The group consists of members Kelvin “Posdnuos” Mercer, David “Dave” Jolicoeur, and Vincent “Maseo”...