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A black and white photograph of Major Taylor, an African American cyclist, captured in a dynamic racing pose on his bicycle. The image is framed in an ornate golden frame, emphasizing its historical significance.

Black To The Future: Did You Know? Celebrating 28 African American Trailblazers – Day 27: Major Taylor – The Unsung Hero of Cycling History

by Dr. Frederick EcholsFebruary 27, 2026February 25, 2026

Discover the incredible story of Major Taylor, known as the “Black Cyclone,” and his triumphs in breaking racial barriers in professional cycling.

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Black To The Future: Did You Know? Celebrating 28 African American Trailblazers – Day 9: Ida B. Wells-Barnett

by Dr. Frederick EcholsFebruary 9, 2026February 8, 2026

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U.S. Coast Guard Helicopter Black Rescue Swimmer Branch Walton

by Lawrence Jones II, PhDJanuary 7, 2025January 7, 2025

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Celebrating Shirley Chisholm’s 100th Birthday, Remembering a Barrier-Breaking Champion

by Austin R. Cooper, Jr.December 3, 2024December 3, 2024