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Raven Wilkinson: Challenging Racism in Ballet
Anne Raven Wilkinson was a pioneering black ballerina who broke down barriers and overcame incredible challenges during her career. Born in New York City in 1935, she began studying ballet...
Raven Wilkinson: Challenging Racism in Ballet
Anne Raven Wilkinson was a pioneering black ballerina who broke down barriers and overcame incredible challenges during her career. Born in New York City in 1935, she began studying ballet...
Diahann Carroll as TV Mom Julia
Diahann Carroll's audition for the groundbreaking TV series "Julia" was a significant moment in television history. The show premiered in 1968 and was one of the first American television series...
Diahann Carroll as TV Mom Julia
Diahann Carroll's audition for the groundbreaking TV series "Julia" was a significant moment in television history. The show premiered in 1968 and was one of the first American television series...
Miss Black America: The Pageant that Changed th...
Racism was a pervasive issue in the early days of the Miss America pageant. Established in 1921, the pageant was initially segregated, and black women were barred from participating. It...
Miss Black America: The Pageant that Changed th...
Racism was a pervasive issue in the early days of the Miss America pageant. Established in 1921, the pageant was initially segregated, and black women were barred from participating. It...
Black Women Doctors: Pioneers in Medicine
As two of the first black women doctors in the United States, Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler and Dr. Rebecca J. Cole faced numerous challenges and obstacles throughout their careers, including...
Black Women Doctors: Pioneers in Medicine
As two of the first black women doctors in the United States, Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler and Dr. Rebecca J. Cole faced numerous challenges and obstacles throughout their careers, including...
From Lovie Yancey to E-40: A Look at Fat Burger
Fat Burger is a beloved fast-food chain that has served up delicious burgers and shakes since 1947. Over the years, the restaurant has garnered a loyal fan base and has expanded...
From Lovie Yancey to E-40: A Look at Fat Burger
Fat Burger is a beloved fast-food chain that has served up delicious burgers and shakes since 1947. Over the years, the restaurant has garnered a loyal fan base and has expanded...
Black Excellence in Aquatics
Swimming is a sport that requires discipline, strength, and endurance. Despite its many benefits, it has historically been a sport that has been dominated by white athletes. However, there have...
Black Excellence in Aquatics
Swimming is a sport that requires discipline, strength, and endurance. Despite its many benefits, it has historically been a sport that has been dominated by white athletes. However, there have...