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National Negro Opera Company: Legacy of Mary Cardwell-Dawson

Black History: Special Delivery!! In 1941, the National Negro Opera Company was founded by Mary Cardwell Dawson in Pittsburgh, PA. Dawson attended the New England Conservatory. Graduating in 1925, she was the only African American in her class. She faced… Continue Reading →

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April 22, 2024William Still: Father Of The Underground Railroad

Known as the “Father of The Underground Railroad,” William Still played a …

April 16, 20241919 Elaine Massacre: Setting A Precedent For Protecting Black Defendants’ Rights In Racial Violence Cases

The 1919 Elaine Massacre is one of the deadliest events of racial …

April 8, 2024Nat Turner And The 1831 Solar Eclipse That Launched A Slave Rebellion

In 1831, enslaved African American preacher Nat Turner launched a slave uprising, …

April 1, 2024The National League For The Protection of Colored Women: Advocates On Assignment

The National League For The Protection of Colored Women was founded by …

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