On January 8, 1912, the South African Native National Congress was founded.
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Charlotte E. Ray dies
On January 4, 1911, Charlotte E. Ray died.
Robert C. Henry becomes the first African American mayor
On January 3, 1966, Robert C. Henry became the first African American mayor.
Film producer and director Lee Daniels is born
On December 24, 1959, Lee Daniels was born.
Condoleezza Rice is named as the first female National Security Advisor
On December 17, 2000, Condoleezza Rice was named as the first female National Security Advisor
Lewis Howard Latimer dies
On December 11, 1928, famous inventor Lewis Howard Latimer died.
Sojourner Truth dies
On November 26, 1883, Influential abolitionist and civil rights activist Sojourner Truth died.
Robin Roberts is born
On November 23, 1960, Robin Roberts was born near Alabama.
George Branham III is born
On November 21, 1962, George Branham III was born in Detroit, Michigan.
Jackie Robinson wins the NL League MVP award
On November 18, 1949, Jackie Robinson won the National League MVP award.
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