Today In History We Honor James Van Der Zee

‘James Van Der Zee, photographer, famous for his works in the “Harlem Renaissance. Van Der Zee produced the most comprehensive documentation of the period. Among his most famous subjects during this time were Marcus Garvey, Bill “Bojangles” Robinson and Countee Cullen.’

(photo: James Van Der Zee)

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Today In History

‘Sidney Bechet, jazz clarinetist and saxophonist, was born in New Orleans, LA, on this date May 14, 1897. Bechet died on this same date in 1959.’

(photo: Sidney Bechet)

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Today In History

‘Stevie Wonder (born Steveland Judkins Morris), legendary singer and composer, was born in Saginaw, MI, on this date May 13, 1950. “Mon Cherie Amour,” “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours,” and “I Just Called to Say I Love You” are some of his huge hits.’

(photo: Stevie Wonder)

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Today In History

‘Joe Gans became the first Black lightweight champion on this date May 12, 1902.’

(photo: Joe Gans)

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Today In History We Honor Bob Marley

Bob Marley, the “King of Reggae” music. “He made his reggae music to uplift us, inform, entertain, inspire, and make change in the world. He’s a musician, a poet and songwriter, a philosopher, a soldier, an activist and a leader.” - Cedella Marley

(photo: Bob Marley)

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