Regina Rene King American actress and director is born.
Tag: #blackwomeninhistory
July 21, 1656
Elizabeth Key Grinstead wins her lawsuit gaining her freedom and that of her first son from slavery.
October 11, 1992
Belcalis Almanzar known professionally as Cardi B, an American rapper is born.
May 16, 1966
Janet Jackson American Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, and Actress is born.
April 4, 1928
Maya Angelou American Poet is born.
August 26, 1918
Katherine Johnson American Mathematician is born.
February 21, 1936
Barbara Jordan American Lawyer, Educator, and Politician is born.
February 1, 1998
Lillian Fishburne became the first black woman promoted to Rear Admiral (RDML) in the United States Navy.
July 10, 1875
Mary McLeod Bethune American educator was born.
May 29, 1851
Sojourner Truth delivers her “Ain’t I Woman?” speech at the Women’s Convention in Ohio