On This Day In Black History

• 1822 ~ Denmark Vesey, leader and planner of what would have been the largest Slave revolt in US history, was arrested in Charleston, SC. After purchasing his own freedom with winnings from a $1500 lottery ticket (OK, so why do I play? - smile), he stuck around to fight for the freedom of others! Imagine that. What a Concept! His name should be a household name. Google it if you don't know... Before the uprising could begin, word of the plans was leaked by, who else?, two misguided handkerchief head and obviously mentally enslaved "Black" persons. Vesey and 131 others were charged with conspiracy; 67 were convicted & 35 were hanged. Vesey went to his death with dignity and pride! A true Black American Hero!!!


• 1869 ~ Tougaloo College, one of over 100 Historically Black Colleges & Universities, was founded in Jackson, MS.


• 1889 ~ William H. Richardson receives a patent for a baby carriage whose body can be raised from its frame.


• 1909 ~ Nannie Helen Burroughs founded national training school for women in Washington, DC. At her school, in addition to teaching domestic science, secretarial skills, shoe repair, barbering, & gardening she also emphasized the importance of being proud Black women and required that all students study African-American History and Culture through a required course in the Department of Negro History! Something about those "Helens" encouraging love of self and understanding where one comes from to make you strong & confident going forward. I'm Just Sayin'... A street in DC's Deanwood section is named after her.


• 1968 ~ The US Supreme Court bans racial discrimination in the sale and rental of housing. 1968 - Not so long ago folks! I'm Just Sayin'...