Mumia Abu-Jamal
Mumia Abu-Jamal, born Wesley Cook on April 24, 1954, is a former journalist and political activist who became widely known for his controversial conviction and...
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Wes Montgomery
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Wes Montgomery (1923-1968) remains one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz guitar. Renowned for his innovative techniques and distinctive sound, Montgomery’s...
Augusta Braxston Baker
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Augusta Braxston Baker (1911-1998) was a prominent figure in the field of children’s literature and library services. She was born on April 1, 1911, in...
Milton Arthur Galamison
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Milton Arthur Galamison was an influential African American civil rights leader and educator. He was born on January 1, 1923, in New York City, United...
Yusef Komunyakaa
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Yusef Komunyakaa is an acclaimed American poet and professor. He was born on April 29, 1947, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, United States. Komunyakaa is known for...
Duluth lynchings of 1920
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The Duluth lynchings of 1920 refer to a tragic incident of racial violence that occurred in Duluth, Minnesota, in June 1920. The incident involved the...
Fredrick L. McGhee
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Fredrick L. McGhee (1861-1912) was an African-American attorney, civil rights activist, and community leader. He played a significant role in advocating for the rights of...
Harriet E. Wilson
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Harriet E. Wilson (c. 1825-?) was an African-American author and the first African-American woman to publish a novel in the United States. She is best...
Clara Stanton Jones
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Clara Stanton Jones (1913-2012) was an American librarian and public servant who made significant contributions to the field of librarianship and worked towards promoting diversity...
Briton Hammon
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Briton Hammon (c. 1717-?) was an enslaved African-American man who gained attention for his narrative, “A Narrative of the Uncommon Sufferings, and Surprizing Deliverance of...