Learn about noted African Americans, many born in South Carolina, with local and national accomplishments.
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At a time in history when teaching enslaved Africans to read and write was a punishable fine, Dave the Potter is recognized as the first to inscribe this work.
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Playing an important role in the civil rights movement, Septima Poinsette Clark understood the role that education could play in a community.
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The Honorable L. Casey Manning, July 2021 South Carolina African American History Calendar Honoree, from Dillon, SC, has served as a Circuit Court Judge since 1994. Prior to becoming a judge, he was...
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The Honorable L. Casey Manning, July 2021 South Carolina African American History Calendar Honoree, from Dillon, SC, has served as a Circuit Court Judge since 1994. Prior to becoming a judge, he was...
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Part 1: Judge L. Casey Manning discusses growing up in Dillon, SC and the importance of education. The Honorable L. Casey Manning, July 2021 South Carolina African American History Calendar Honoree...
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In 1960, a talented African-American student from Charleston, Harvey Gantt, graduated from high school and decided to become an architect. Clemson College was the only school in South Carolina that...
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Much of America's blues and jazz influences are deeply rooted in the rhythms and melodies of the rural South. One artist who has greatly contributed to these genres' continued popularity is South...
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Dr. Benjamin Mays, educator, minister, and scholar, is seen as one of the most significant figures in American history. His influence of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., would cause America to change its...
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HBCU, The Urban League and NAACP Willis Langley shares his experience attending a HBCU (Historically Black College and Universities). The Langley's also discuss their involvement with The Urban League...
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Teacher to McDonald's Franchise Owner Willis Langley was a school teacher for three years. He always wanted to be able to meet and talk to different people every day which made his next career move...
