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Martin Luther King Jr. and Civil Rights

• Martin Luther King Jr. delivered the iconic 'I Have A Dream' speech in Washington, D.C.
• He inspired a generation and is a prominent figure in the Civil Rights Movement.

Notable Figures in Aviation and Literature

• Bessie Coleman was the first African American and Native American woman to earn a pilot license.
• Maya Angelou’s first major work is "I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings," which details her childhood and experiences.

Michelle Obama and Madam C.J. Walker

• Michelle Obama’s debut memoir is titled "Becoming."
• Madam C.J. Walker became the first Black self-made millionaire through her successful hair grower product.

Barack Obama and Television Pioneers

• Prior to his presidency, Barack Obama served as a senator from Illinois.
• "Soul Train," a groundbreaking music and dance show, was created and hosted by Don Cornelius.

Influential Models and Fashion

• Iman was the first African American model to grace the cover of GQ magazine.
• Virgil Abloh was renowned for his role as the artistic director of Louis Vuitton.

Historical Milestones in Sports

• Ketanji Brown Jackson made history as the first Black woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court.
• Serena Williams won her first U.S. Open at the age of 17, marking the beginning of her illustrious career.

Iconic Athletes

• Kobe Bryant secured five NBA Championships during his career.
• Muhammad Ali was famously known as "The Greatest."

Cultural Icons in Entertainment

• Whoopi Goldberg is an EGOT recipient, having won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award.
• Viola Davis starred as Annalise Keating in "How To Get Away With Murder."

Celebrated Artists and Musicians

• Whitney Houston's greatest-selling hit is "I Will Always Love You."
• Beyoncé's debut solo album was "Dangerously In Love."

Innovations in Hip-Hop and R&B

• Ice Cube co-founded the influential hip-hop group N.W.A.
• "All Eyez On Me" is a renowned album by Tupac Shakur.

Black History Month

• Celebrations of Black History Month began in 1926, established by historian Carter G. Woodson.
• President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month in 1976, urging the nation to honor the contributions of Black Americans.