January 27
On January 27, 1972, Mahalia Jackson died.
Mahalia Jackson was a famous gospel singer. In addition to her musical career, she also participated in the civil rights movement. She worked alongside influential civil rights leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Sources
Glinton, S. (2010, February 8). Mahalia Jackson: Voice of the Civil Rights Movement. NPR. Retrieved January 1, 2023, from https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=123498527
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