This Day in Quiztory Quiztory
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- Geschiedenis
The weekday podcast featuring short narratives about significant events in African American history read by celebrities and influential community leaders.
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07.10_Hall of Fame Outfielder Andre Dawson
Radio host Tyrone DuBose celebrates hall of fame outfielder Andre Dawson
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07.11_Brandon Larkins_Writer Olaudah Equiano
#OTD Author and abolitionist Olaudah Equiano, who wrote about his experience as a slave and journey from Africa through the middle passage, purchased his freedom. Actor Brandon Larkins narrates.
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07.12_Jamie Jones_Actress Beah Richards
#OTD Emmy Award winning actress Beah Richards was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Recording artist Jamie Jones celebrates her life and legacy.
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07.13_NYC Riots To Protest Draft Legislation
#OTD Several days of rioting began in New York City to protest the draft during the Civil War.
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07.14_Denmark Vesey's Foiled Revolt
#OTD The largest slave uprising, planned by Denmark Vesey, was scheduled to be carried out in Charleston, South Carolina.
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07.17_Baseball Player Toni "Tomboy" Stone
Today we celebrate Toni "Tomboy" Stone, the first woman to play professional baseball, as part of the Negro Leagues