During Women’s History Month, DiversityInc is honoring a series of woman innovators and history makers like Sybil Ludington, who are often overlooked in mainstream media coverage and history books. Check back throughout March to learn about more important figures. Born: April 5, 1761, Fredericksburg, New York Died: Feb. 26, 1839,…
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Black History Month Profiles: James Armistead Lafayette, Revolutionary War Spy
During Black History Month, DiversityInc is honoring a series of Black innovators and history makers like James Armistead Lafayette, who are often overlooked in mainstream media coverage and history books. Check back throughout February to learn more about important figures. Born: ca. 1748 – 1760, Virginia Died: ca. 1830 –…
Black War Hero James Robinson Finally Honored with Military Funeral
James Robinson was born into slavery in Maryland in the mid-18th century. He fought with valor in the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812 and was recognized for his courage and talent. Robinson met a president and at least one president-to-be. The Marquis de Lafayette awarded him with a gold…