City of Inglewood, CA / Black History Minute

Today in Black History, we acknowledge the talented Melvin Van Peebles, who is an actor, director, screenwriter, playwright, novelist, and composer. #BlackHistoryMonth #MelvinVanPeebles

Today in Black History, we would like to acknowledge Alice Coachman Davis. She specialized in the high jump and was the first Black woman to win an Olympic gold medal. She broke National and NCAA records while competing barefoot. She will be remembered as one of the worlds greatest athletes. #BlackHistoryMonth #AliceCoachmanDavis

Today in Black History, we would like to acknowledge and honor one of the greatest freedom fighters and revolutionaries, Angela Davis. #BlackHistoryMonth #AngelaDavis

Today in Black History, we would like to acknowledge Bill Russell. He was one of the greatest basketball players to ever play. He has won 11 NBA championships with the Boston Celtics in his 13 career. He was named a 5-time Most Valuable Player and 12-time All-star. #BlackHistoryMonth #BillRussell

Today in Black History, we would like to acknowledge Ella Baker. She was one of the great Civil Rights leaders of the 20th century. She devoted her life to fighting for justice, freedom, and equality for marginalized people through various organizations. #BlackHistoryMonth #EllaBaker

Today in Black History, we would like to acknowledge Fannie Lou Hamer. She devoted her life to the Civil Rights Movement working for SNCC and emphasized the importance of voting amongst Black people. Hamer's legacy will be remembered as someone who's sweat and blood went into the movement. #BlackHistoryMonth #FannieLouHamer