In ISSUE #3, we present two outstanding African-American leaders of the U.S. military; two institutions dedicated to the history, recognition, and celebration of Blacks in the American West and the incomparable Buffalo Soldiers; two pioneering films of the Blaxploitation Era; and, as always, a "super-fly" playlist!
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In ISSUE #3, we present two outstanding African-American leaders of the U.S. military; two institutions dedicated to the history, recognition, and celebration of Blacks in the American West and the incomparable Buffalo Soldiers; two pioneering films of the Blaxploitation Era; and, as always, a "super-fly" playlist!
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BLACKListed Culture - Sounds III
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Listen to this playlist which contains everything from the nouveau soul sounds of Conya Doss; the moving elegy of bassist Charlie Mingus, created in salute to jazz legend, saxophonist Lester Young; to the stepping track of the Temptations … ENJOY!
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A Profile of Charity Adams Earley
Learn of Charity Adams Earley, the first African-American officer in the Women’s Army Corp; she was the commanding officer of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion during World War II. By the end of the war, she was the highest ranking African-American woman in the U.S. Army.
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A Profile of Charles Young
Read of the brilliant Charles Young, leader of the 9th and 10th U.S. Calvary for almost three decades! The third African-American to graduate from U.S. Military Academy at West Point, he was chosen as the first African-American superintendent of a national park. His superior leadership greatly impacted the development our country and armed forces.
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Black American West Museum and Heritage Center
Experience the bygone days of the American West from the vantage of Blacks who lived in it. Located in Denver, Colorado, visitors to this museum will learn how Blacks, on both sides of the law, and in numerous career fields, survived and thrived.
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Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
Visit the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum in Houston, Texas to learn of the immense contributions of these African-American soldiers. They persevered even in the most dangerous situations and racially-discriminating times, all while protecting the United States.
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Hitman (1972)
In this Blaxploitation film version of the British crime drama, “Get Carter”, race along with professional hitman, Tyrone Tackett, as he tries to solve the real reason behind the death of his brother, Cornell.
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Superfly (1972)
One of the films that helped give rise to the “Blaxpoitation Era” of film in the United States, “Superfly” has become a must-see, cult classic!
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In CELEBRATION of BLACK HISTORY MONTH
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Issues 3 & 4 will be available to all members AND non-members!
Already a member? No worries, we’ll be adding a complimentary month to your current subscription at no extra cost!
Thank you for supporting us and the furtherance of Black Culture!
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