Black History & Birthday Facts 9/24
Frances E. W. Harper — born September 24, 1825. Poet, author, abolitionist, suffragist, lecturer and activist. She was among the earliest Black women published in the United States. She died in 1911.
“Mean” Joe Greene — born September 24, 1946. Legendary Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle, 4-time Super Bowl champion, 10-time Pro Bowler and Pro Football Hall of Famer.
Malinda Williams — born September 24, 1970. Actress and producer, best known for Soul Food, The Wood and A Thin Line Between Love and Hate.
Theresa Merritt — born September 24, 1922. Actress and singer known for That’s My Mama, The Wiz and Billy Madison. She also received a Tony nomination for Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. She died in 1998.
Trinidad James — born September 24, 1987. Rapper and songwriter best known for the platinum hit “All Gold Everything.”
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1935🥊Joe "The Brown Bomber" Louis becomes the 1st Black boxer to draw a million dollar gate when he fought Max Baer at Yankee Stadium. Joe won in the 4th round
1965📚Executive Order 11246 enforces affirmative action for the 1st time Issued by President Johnson, the executive order requires government contractors to "take affirmative action" toward prospective minority employees in all aspects of hiring & employment. Contractors must take specific measures to ensure equality in hiring & must document these efforts
1991🎶A Tribe Called Quest released their 2nd album, The Low End Theory
1996🎶The Roots released their 3rd album Illadelph Halflife
All of your black history facts come from the book:
"The Uneraseable Black Book: We Can't Be Erased" By K.D. Garricks on Amazon
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