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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 — Major General Frederic Davison. Photo credit: The U.S. National Archives

April 19

April 19, 1972 – Stationed in Germany, Major Gen. Frederic E. Davidson, became the first Black person to lead an army division.

April 19, 1975 – Chemist, Percy Julian, passed away.

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

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