You may also like

Time, Inc. agrees to sell NYT Cable for $420
Time, Inc. agrees to sell NYT Cable for $420 million, to a group led by J. Bruce Llewellyn, the largest cable TV acquisition by an African American
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Jan
9
1989
George H. White
George H. White, the only African American member of the U.S. House of Representatives, (1896) and the first to introduce an antilynching bill, born. He also founded Whitesboro, N,J, as a haven for African Americans escaping Southern racism.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Dec
18
1852
Mary Eliza Mahoney
Mary Eliza Mahoney, the first African American to graduate from a nursing school, graduates from the nursing program at the New England Hospital for Women and Children
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sponsored by Greater Boston Veterans Collaborative
Aug
1
1879
NAACP petition on racism, "An Appeal to the
NAACP petition on racism, An Appeal to the World, presented to United Nations at Lake Success.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sponsored by Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association (MBLA)
Oct
23
1947
First Black minister to serve for a White congregation, Lemuel Haynes was born,
First Black minister to serve for a White congregation, Lemuel Haynes was born, 1753
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Jul
18
1753
WGPR BECOMES THE 1ST TELEVISION station owned by African Americans- given a pe
WGPR BECOMES THE 1ST TELEVISION station owned by African Americans- given a permit to operate.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Jun
1
1973
John B. McLendon
John B. McLendon becomes the first African American coach in the ABA when he signs a two year contract with the Denver Nuggets.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sponsored by Massachusetts Black Lawyers Association (MBLA)
May
14
1969
Roy deCarava, the first African American photographer to be awarded aGuggenhei
Roy deCarava, the first African American photographer to be awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship, is born
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Dec
9
1919
Guion S. Bluford, Jr---Astronaut (birthday)
Guion S. Bluford, Jr., Ph.D. (Colonel, U.S. Air Force - Retired): First African-American in Space
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Nov
22
1942
The South Carolina Gazette reports that Cae
The South Carolina Gazette reports that Caesar, a South Carolina slave has been granted his freedom and a life time annuity in exchange for his cures for poison and rattlesnake bite. Caesar and the famous James Derham of New Orleans are two of the earliest know African American medical
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sponsored by Illinois Math and Science Academy
May
9
1750
White terrorists attacked Black Republicans
White terrorists attacked Black Republicans in Hamburg, S.C., killing five.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Jul
8
1876
James Reese Europe
James Reese Europe, preeminent jazz bandleader killed by a crazed band member. The military band he formed during World War I was one of the most popular in all of Europe.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
May
9
1919
Aborigines to be counted in census
Ninety per cent of white Australians voted in todays referendum for a proposal to count Aborigines in the census and to allow the federal government to make special laws for them. Until now their affairs have been administered solely by the states. The other proposal, to break the nexus between the
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
May
27
1967
Mae Jemison: Astronaut, Physician
Born: October 17, 1956
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Oct
17
1956
Congressman William H. Gray is elected chairman
Congressman William H. Gray is elected chairman of the House Budget Committee, the highest congressional post held by an African American.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sponsored by Illinois Math and Science Academy
Jan
4
1985
Danville, VA coup and massacre
A political coup and a race riot. On November 3, white conservatives in Danville, Virginia, seized control of the local government, racially integrated and popularly elected, killing four African-Americans in the process.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Nov
3
1883
Army Brig. Gen. Sherian Grace CAdoria born.
Birthday of Army Brig. Gen. Sherian Grace Cadoria, in Marksville, Louisiana. A graduate of Southern University, Gen. Cadoria was the highest ranking African American woman officer in the US Armed Forces at the end of 1990.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Jan
26
1940
Captured Black Soliders
Surrounded by a superior rebel force, First Kansas Colored Volunteers smashed through rebel lines and sustained heavy casualties in an engagement at Poison Spring, Arkansas. Captured Black soldiers were murdered by the Confederate troops.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sponsored by Intellitech
Apr
18
1864
Arthur Ashe
22 year old Arthur Ashe becomes the first African American to make the U.S. Davis Cup tennis team.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
May
14
1963
Jackie Robinson
Jackie Robinson appears on the cover of Life magazine; first time an African American is featured on the cover in the magazines 13 year history
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
May
10
1950
First African American Intercollegiate football
Livingstone and Biddle College (now Johnson C. Smith) play the first African American intercollegiate football game
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Dec
27
1892
Shirley Franklin is sworn in
Shirley Franklin is sworn in as the first African American Mayor of Atlanta and the only African American female mayor of a major American city.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sponsored by Museum of African American History in Massachusetts
Jan
7
2002
Baseball Great Jackie Robinson born
In Cairo, Georgia on this date baseball great Jackie Robinson was born. The fifth African American to play major league baseball with a white team, Robinson joined the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947, ending five decades of segregated baseball. At the time of his retirement in October 1972, Robinson is
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sponsored by Eastern Bank
Jan
31
1919
John Singleton, Director
John Singleton,the first African American director to be nominated for the Academy Award is nominated for best director and best screenplay for his first film Boyz N the Hood.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Feb
19
1992
George "Little Chocolate" Dixon betas Jack Skelly in New Orleans to win the worl
George Little Chocolate Dixon betas Jack Skelly in New Orleans to win the world featherweight title. While some African American citizens celebrate for two days, the New Orleans Times-Democrat says, It is a mistake to match a Negro and a white man ...to bring the races together on any terms of
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sep
6
1892
Anti-Lynching Bill proposed
Black Congressman George H. White, North Carolina, introduced a bill to make lynching of Americans a federal offense. The bill died in committee. One report contends that in 1900, 105 Africans were lynched in the United States.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Jan
20
1773
Robert N.C. Nix, first African American rep
Robert N.C. Nix, first African American representative from Pennsylvania and 11 term congressman, born
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Aug
9
1905
Bill Russell named head coach of the Boston Celtic
Bill Russell named head coach of the Boston Celtics, becoming the first African American to coach an NBA team.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Sponsored by New York University
Mar
28
1966
Samuel David Ferguson
Samuel David Ferguson consecrated bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Church and named bishop of Liberia. He was the first Black American with full membership in the House of Bishops.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Jun
24
1885
Naval Frigate named after African American
The Navy frigate USS Jesse L. Brown was commissioned. The ship was named for Ensign Jesse L. Brown, the first African American naval aviator killed in combat over Korea.
Read more
Source: Blackfacts.com
Feb
17
1973
More from Black Women's Lifestyle Guide, Black Love & Beauty Trends - Essence
WATCH: In My Feed – Fox News Co-host Jeanine Pirro Used Racial Slur On-Air | Essence
‘I Don't Have To Do Nothing But Stay Black And Die!' Is A Phrase Of Resistance. Here's Where It Came From | Essence
WATCH: In My Feed – Trends We’re Expecting to See During New York Fashion Week 2024 | Essence
WATCH: In My Feed: Celebrating 50 Years of “Good Times” | Essence
WATCH: In My Feed – Find the Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift for under $25 | Essence
12 Celebrity Beauty Moments Of The Week | Essence
With Illegal Child Labor On The Rise, Mom Sues Poultry Plant After Her 16-Year-Old Died On The Job | Essence
Issa Rae Is Reportedly Rounding Up Investors For New Creative Venture | Essence
Super Bowl Ads Are Making More Than Half Of Americans Spend Money They Don't Have—Here's How To Avoid The Trap | Essence
WATCH: Cari Champion Says The Pat Mahomes Conversation Is Right On Time | Essence
WATCH: Cari Champion Talks Diversity, Pat Mahomes & More On NFL Honors Red Carpet | Essence
WATCH: House Of Aama Brings New York’s Jazz Age Into The Present | Essence
ICYMI: 5 Standout Beauty Looks From NYFW's FW24 Season | Essence
Philadelphia Is Helping Pregnant Women So They Don't Go Homeless | Essence
White Teen Girls Kicked Out Of Sephora Store For Allegedly Using Makeup Testers For Blackface | Essence
See How Our Favorite Black Celebrity Couples Celebrated Valentine’s Day | Essence
Nike Teams Up With Megan Thee Stallion On An Inclusive Collaboration Celebrating All Bodies | Essence
UNCF's 11th Annual Mayor’s Masked Ball Promises A Night Of Celebration And Philanthropy | Essence
This Viral Couple Is Keeping It Spicy, Even In Their Sixties | Essence
Louis Vuitton Announces Barcelona As The Location Of Its Cruise 2025 Show | Essence
From Stand-Up To Legacy: Comedian Ali Siddiq Pays Tribute To Dick Gregory | Essence
How Does AI Impact Plastic Surgery? – According To Dr. Steven Williams | Essence
The Founders Of 'Black Love' Series Landed A Deal To Launch Their Own Channel | Essence
"We're Battling Just To Keep Our Family Whole": Black D.C. Parents Detail Struggle To Prove Child Is Theirs After Home Birth | Essence
Weddings And Romantic Date Nights: The Best In Black Love In February | Essence
WATCH: Marcus Spears Talks Patrick Mahome’s Greatness and Super Bowl LVIII Predictions | Essence
WATCH: Marcus Spears Talks Diversity in the Broadcast World, Patrick Mahomes’ Greatness & NFL Rule Changes | Essence
WATCH: James Brown Shares What Makes Super Bowl LVIII So Special | Essence
WATCH: James Brown Shares His Thoughts On What Makes Super Bowl LVIII So Special & The Connection Between Faith & Football | Essence
WATCH: Jeffrey Simmons Breaks Down His Super Bowl LVIII Predictions | Essence
WATCH: Michael Cox Talks Patrick Mahome’s Greatness and Super Bowl LVIII Predictions | Essence
WATCH: Michael Cox Talks Patrick Mahome’s Greatness and Super Bowl LVIII Predictions | Essence
‘I’m not on trial!’: Fani Willis Pushes Back Against Efforts To Disqualify Her From Trump Case | Essence
Republican Lawmaker Loses Staff And Committee Assignment After Sharing Racist Post Online | Essence
WATCH: Monica McNutt Shares Thoughts On Sports Power Brunch | Essence
Romeo Hunte’s 10th Anniversary Show Embodied Bold Red Lips And Glass Skin | Essence
This Bride's Destination Wedding In Dubai Was Canceled 48 Hours Before It Was Set To Begin | Essence
Essence Fashion Digest: Zendaya Wears Archival Mugler, The Met Gala Announces Its Theme, And More | Essence
Descendants Of Black Civil Rights Leaders And Icons Gather For A Historic Celebration At The White House | Essence
Black Health & Wellness Pioneers: Dr. Jane Cooke Wright, A Progressive Surgeon And Oncologist | Essence
Black In Fashion Council Discovery Showroom Highlights: Nia Thomas, V. Bellan, & More | Essence
The FW24 Fashion Trends We Spotted On The Runway In New York | Essence
Every Black Designer Showing & Presenting At London Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2024 | Essence
I Celebrated Galentine's Day Early In Puerto Rico! Here Are 7 Things You Should Do When Visiting. | Essence
Journey Through New York Fashion Week With Karen And Rayvin Huger | Essence
Everything You Need To Know About Brow Lamination– According To An Esthetician | Essence
WATCH: Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Weruche Opia on Playing Icons | Essence
WATCH: Kelvin Harrison, Jr. and Weruche Opia Talk Breathing New Life Into The Legacies of Martin And Corretta For ‘Genius: MLK/X’ | Essence
How To Make A Red Lip Last– According To A Makeup Pro | Essence
Beyoncé, Afterparties, And Runway Shows: The Essence Fashion Team Recap’s Their Favorite Moments From NYFW | Essence

Random Facts

Spirituality Facts

Cuisine Facts

Business Facts

Facts About Women

American Civil War Facts