On December 11, 1928, famous inventor Lewis Howard Latimer died.
Monthly Archives: December 2022
Ralph Bunche receives a Nobel Peace Prize
On December 10, 1950, American diplomat Ralph Bunche became the first African American to win a Nobel Peace Prize.
Charles Langford is born
On December 9, 1922, Charles Douglas Langford was born.
Zelma Watson George is born
On December 8, 1903, activist and opera singer Zelma Watson George was born in Texas.
American businessman Reginald F. Lewis is born
On December 7, 1942, American businessman Reginald F. Lewis was born.
Dr. Lee Brown is elected as the first black mayor of Houston
On December 6, 1997, Dr. Lee Brown was elected as the first black mayor of Houston.
South African president and anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela dies
On December 5, 2013, former South African president and anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela died at the age of 95.
Black Panther leader Fred Hampton is assassinated during a Chicago police raid
On December 4, 1969, Black Panther leader Fred Hampton was assassinated during a Chicago police raid.
Gwendolyn Brooks dies at the age of 83
On December 3, 2000, Gwendolyn Brooks died at the age of 83.
Andre Ware wins the Heisman trophy
On December 2, 1989, Andre Ware became the first black quarterback to win the Heisman trophy.
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