Date Posted:
Monday, September 30, 2024
Black Women Through History
Explore the remarkable journey of Black women through the annals of time. From unsung heroines to iconic trailblazers, our platform is dedicated to illuminating the diverse narratives, achievements, and contributions of Black women throughout history. Join us in celebrating their resilience, brilliance, and indelible impact on society.
Notable Black Women and Events in History
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July
Maggie Lena Walker
On July 24, 1903, Maggie L. Walker became the first woman to serve as president of a U.S. bank, as well as the first woman founder of a U.S. bank, when she rallied members of the Independent Order of St. Luke to charter and capitalize the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank in Richmond, Virginia.
Jul 26
July
Betty Davis
Funk singer, model, futuristic fashionista, and second wife of Miles Davis, Betty was known for her raw lyrics, powerful voice, and innovative blend of funk, soul, and rock. During their brief marriage, Betty was Davis' muse and profoundly influenced his musical direction and sense of style. “Miles was pure energy, sometimes light but also dark. He was driven inspiring and also angry. Everyday married to him, was a day I earned the name Davis.”
Jul 28
July
Jul 30
July
Anita Hill
Attorney, educator, and author, Hill (1956) is most well known for her public testimony during the 1991 Senate confirmation hearings for U.S. Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas. Hill, who had worked under Thomas at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), accused him of sexual harassment.
Aug 1
August
Henrietta Lacks
Lacks is the source of the HeLa "immortal" cell line, one of the most important human cell lines in the history of medical research. Lacks's cells, taken without her knowledge or consent, transformed the landscape of modern medicine, while Lacks herself remained long deprived of recognition and recompense.
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