Coe, whose official name was George Smith, was an African-American man who lived in Omaha, Nebraska. Coe was a married father of two children and worked as a porter at a railroad company. Coe resided on North 12th Street, which was north of downtown Omaha. Continue reading Revisit: THE LYNCHING OF JOE COE, 1891
The 45 King, whose real name is Mark James, is an influential American hip-hop producer and DJ. In the 1980s and 1990s, he gained prominence for his innovative production techniques and signature drum breaks, which became essential elements of classic hip-hop tracks. The 45 King’s work has left a lasting impact on the genre and has cemented his status as a pioneer in hip-hop production. Continue reading Profile: The 45 King(1961-2023)
Randall Robinson was an American lawyer, author and activist, noted as the founder of TransAfrica. He was known particularly for his impassioned opposition to apartheid, and for his advocacy on behalf of Haitian immigrants and Haitian president Jean-Bertrand Aristide. Due to his frustration with American society, Robinson emigrated to Saint Kitts in 2001. Continue reading Profile: Randall Robinson (1941-2023)
James Nathaniel Brown was an American football fullback, civil rights activist, and actor. He played for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League from 1957 through 1965. Continue reading Profile: Jim Brown (1936-2023)
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