African Americans Of Canton, Ohio: Treasures Of Black History (American Heritage) - 9781540238528

From Canton's earliest days, the black population has contributed to the city's, and even the nation's, prominence and prosperity. During World War II, nineteen-year-old Harold White joined the famed Tuskegee Airmen of the Ninety-Ninth Fighter Squadron. Only a few years later, Dorothy White persevered through prejudice to become Canton's first black teacher, paving the way for a long line of dedicated teachers stretching to the present day. Renowned R&B group the O'Jays formed in Canton, and professional golfer Renee Powell is just one of many local athletes to reach the heights of her profession. Collecting never-before-seen photographs and firsthand accounts from local citizens, Nadine McIlwain and Geraldine Radcliffe reveal the celebrated legends, unsung heroes and historic firsts of African Americans residing in the Canton community.

• | Author: Nadine McIlwain|Geraldine Radcliffe
• | Publisher: History Press Library Editions
• | Publication Date: Apr 15, 2019
• | Number of Pages: 226 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Hardcover/History
• | ISBN-10: 1540238520
• | ISBN-13: 9781540238528