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BY Ben Ebuka, 7:00pm April 30, 2023,

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Black History: Here are some notable events you probably didn’t know occurred in the month of April

by Ben Ebuka, 7:00pm April 30, 2023,

Black History: Here are some notable events you probably didn't know occurred in the month of April — Marvin Gaye. Photo credit: Jim Britt via Wikimedia Commons

April 1

April 1, 1807 – Ohio legally prohibited Black people from testifying in court against white people.

April 1, 1950 – Charles R. Drew, who developed techniques for processing and preserving blood, passed away.

April 1, 1984 – Marvin Gaye passes away.

Last Edited by:Annie-Flora Mills Updated: April 30, 2023

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