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August 1 1834
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British Empire abolishes slavery
On this date in 1834, slavery became illegal. |
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August 1 1873
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Bennett College concentrated on educating black women
The founding of Bennett College in Greensboro, N. |
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August 1 1874
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Charles Spaulding, business leader who encouraged black-owned businesses
On this date, Charles Clinton Spaulding, an African-American business leader, was born in 1874. |
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August 1 1881
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Joe Bartholomew, artist of the Links
Joseph M. |
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August 1 1895
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Benjamin E. Mays, educator, college president, clergyman, and fighter for civil rights
On this date in 1895, Benjamin Elijah Mays was born. |
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August 1 1909
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Mechanics & Farmers Bank provides a source of money for blacks!!
On this date in 1909, Mechanics and Farmers Bank in Durham, N. |
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August 1 1921
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George E. Carter, first black judge in Canada
This date in 1921 marks the birth of George E. |
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August 1 1925
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National Bar Association formed
On this date in 1925, the National Bar Association (NBA), formally organized. |
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August 1 1941
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Politician Ron Brown left us too soon. . .
Ron Brown was born on this date in 1941 in Washington, D. |
