Louis Armstrong

Anika Nonie Rose made her mark as she is the voice of Princess Tiana in the movie Princess and the Frog. Princess Tiana is the first ever Black Disney princess in history. Voiced by Kadie Digiuseppe.

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Henry Ossawa Tanner is the first ever International African American artist. Getting his start in France during World War I, Tanner created works of art that would end up painting him into the history...

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Naomi Ruth Sims is the first African American Supermodel. After being teased from a young age about her height to constant discrimination, Sims battled past adversity and made history. Voiced by Jorda...

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Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander helped pioneer education in the Black community as well as empower the Civil rights movement. Voiced by Matt Brown.

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Charles Albert Tindley is credited for creating the basis of the Civil Rights movement's anthem "We Shall Overcome" as well as writing many popular hymnals. Voiced by Jay Johnson.

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Black Swan is the first Black owned radio station. Founded by Harry Pace, Black Swan became a catalyst for Black performers and empowered the Black community. Voiced by Owen Nelson.

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Out of all George Washington Carver’s groundbreaking achievements , he is known for being the first African American scientist. Listen now to learn more about how Craver made history and how he blazed...

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