The first Black governor in United States history. Born into slavery in Macon, Georgia, in 1837, in 1872, PBS Pinchback made history when he assumed the governorship of Louisiana for a brief but significant 35-day period. If you haven't done subscribe, so you never miss an episode of lesser known Black American Historical Figures ..read more

Part : One of Three The dramatization of a Georgia slave husband and wife team escape from slavery, during the mid 1800s. From their humble meeting, to their daring escape. This short piece is patterned after the book by Ellen and William Craft "Running A Thousand Miles for Freedom." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Presented By : R.A. Voice Talent William Craft: Rochester 'Rock' Anderson Ellen Craft: Cartier Williams Additional Voices: Rochester 'Rock' Anderson ------------------------------------------------------------------------ If you haven't done ..read more

John Baptiste Pointe DuSable, the visionary founder of Chicago. His name stands as a testament to the enduring impact of Black pioneers on the fabric of American history. If you haven't done subscribe, so you never miss an episode of lesser known Black American Historical Figures ..read more

A true trailblazer, as the first Black person to the U.S. House of Representatives from a northern state was groundbreaking. He tirelessly fought against racial segregation and discrimination, using his position to amplify the voices of those often unheard. If you haven't done subscribe, so you never miss an episode of lesser known Black American Historical Figures ..read more

Harriet Quimby, a true trailblazer in aviation history and an inspiration to many. Her story is one of resilience, determination, and breaking barriers. If you haven't done subscribe, so you never miss an episode of lesser known Black American Historical Figures ..read more

Lucy Terry—a poetic luminary whose words have woven an enduring tapestry in Black American literature and beyond. If you haven't done subscribe, so you never miss an episode of lesser known Black American Historical Figures ..read more

Part 02 of 03. Frederick Douglass Special-My Escape From Slavery ..read more

Robert S. Abbott, his unwavering commitment to challenging systemic injustices and amplifying black voices makes him a true luminary in the pursuit of equality. If you haven't done subscribe, so you never miss an episode of lesser known Black American Historical Figures ..read more

Part.01 of 03 of the tales of Mr. Frederick Douglass. If you haven't done subscribe, so you never miss an episode of lesser known Black American Historical Figures ..read more

The Dean of the Harlem Renaissance, Mr. Alain LeRoy Locke. He was listed as one of the most influential African Americans, and credited by Dr. Martin Luther King as modern era philosopher ..read more