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Harriet Tubman
Born: She was born between 1820-1825 in Dorchester County, Maryland Childhood Fact: Harriet Tubman was born into slavery. She started working when she was 6 years old. Her masters often beat her. Adult Fact: She escaped from slavery in 1849. Afterwards, she made it her mission to free her family. She freed thousands of slaves. Died: March 10, 1913 in Auburn, New York at the age of 93. Secret Fact: Harriet's real name is Araminta (aka Moses). She had visions and was a Union Spy. -
Louis Armstrong
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana Chilhood Fact: He was born into a poor family and relied on others for food Adult Fact: Louis Armstrong and the Hot FIve recorded 60 albums from 1925-1928 Died: June 6, 1971 In Queens, New York Known because: Louis Armstrong was a great jazz musician, a comedian and an actor. Secret: Louis Armstrong was sent to the Colored Waif’s Home for Boys in 1912. That is where he received his first musical instruction and fell in love with music. -
Rosa Parks
Born: Rosa Parks was born in Tuskeegee, Alabama Childhood Fact: Her parents were divorced, but her mother taught her to read, she started school when she was 6. Adult Fact: She suffered hardships, including being arrested when she refused give up her seat on the bus. She was the first person to cause a boycott during the Civil Rights movement. Died: October 24, 2005 in Detroit , Michigan Secret: When she was little, her grandfather guarded the house from the Klu Klux Klan with a shotgun. -
Jackie Robinson
Born in a farmhouse in Cairo, Georgia Childhood Fact: Jackie Robinson was born into a poor family, but he liked to play sports. Adult Fact: He served in the Army before he played baseball. His first game with an all white team was on April 15, 1947. Died: October 24, 1972 in Stamford, Connecticut Secret Fact: Jackie Robinson was the youngest of five children, and the most successful. Now we celebrate Jackie Robinson Day on April 15th.
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Willma Rudolph
Born in St. Bethlehem, Tennessee Childhood Fact: She had Polio when she was 4 Adult Fact: She won three Olympic titles at the Summer Olympics in Rome in 1960 Died: November, 12 1994 in Nashville, Tennessee Secret: She was born premature Why do we know her: She was an Olympian! -
Oprah Winfrey
Born; Oprah was born in Koscisko, Mississippi Childhood Fact: She was very poor as a child Adult Fact: She is the richest black women of the 20th century! Secret: Her name was mispelled on her birth certificate. Her real name is Orpah, named after a Bible character. Why do we know her: She hosted the "Oprah Winfrey Show" and she was ranked as a 50 most generous American -
Ruby Bridges
Born in Tylertown, Mississippi Childhodd Fact: She was the first black student in a white school. Adult fact: She lived in New Orleans, Louisiana and created the Ruby Bridges Foundation in 1999. Secret: She never cried when the white students were mean and threw pencils and notebooks at her. Why do we know her: Ruby Bridges helped desegragate public schools. -
Michael Jackson
Born in Gary, Indiana Childhood Fact: He was the lead singer for the Jackson Five. Adult Fact: He sold his first album, Thiller, in 1982. Died: June 25, 2009 in Los Angeles, California Secret: He dies the same day as Lily's grandma. Why do we know him: He was a really famous singer and dancer. -
Barack Obama
Born in Honolulu, Hawaii Childhood Fact: His father left when he was young. He lived with his grandparents. Adult Fact: He was elected the first African-American editor of the Harvad Law Reveiw. He marrie Michelle in 1992. Secret: He has half-sister named Maya. In 1979, he was one of 3 black students at his school. Why do we know him: He is the 44th presdident of the United States! -
Janet Jackson
Born in Gary, Indian Childhood Fact: Janet Jackson is the youngest of 10 children. Adult Fact: She is one of the best selling artist in contemporary history. Secret: Janet grew up in a middle class family. They didn't have much money. Why do we know her: She is a famous singer, dancer and producer. -
Champ Bailey
Born in Folkston, Georgia Childood Fact: He played footbal for Charlton County Hogh School in Folkston, Georgia Adult Fact: In 2004, he signed a contract with the Denver Broncos worth $63 million. He also has the most interceptions in the Pro Bowl Secret: His real name is Roland and he is the big brother of linebacker Boss Bailey. He tied the record for most Pro Bowls Played! Why do we know him: He has played for the NFL since 1999
