#OTD The largest slave uprising, planned by Denmark Vesey, was scheduled to be carried out in Charleston, South Carolina.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Several days of rioting began in New York City to protest the draft during the Civil War.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Emmy Award winning actress Beah Richards was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Recording artist Jamie Jones celebrates her life and legacy.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Author and abolitionist Olaudah Equiano, who wrote about his experience as a slave and journey from Africa through the middle passage, purchased his freedom. Actor Brandon Larkins narrates.Oleh Quiztory

Radio host Tyrone DuBose celebrates hall of fame outfielder Andre DawsonOleh Quiztory

Today we celebrate Toni "Tomboy" Stone, the first woman to play professional baseball, as part of the Negro LeaguesOleh Quiztory

#OTD Democratic politician Kenneth Gibson was elected the 36th mayor of Newark, New Jersey and the first African American to lead the city.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Lawyer and activist Vernon E. Jordan was appointed executive director of the National Urban League. Actor Brian White shines a spotlight on his legacy.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Pitcher Don Newcombe, winner of Rookie of the Year, MVP and a Cy Young Award, the first pitcher to win that combo of accolades in a career, was born in Madison, New Jersey. Actor Edwin Hodge narrates.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD in 1867, Howard University was established in Washington, DC.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD in 1946, hall of fame defensive end Elvin Bethea was born in Trenton, New Jersey.Oleh Quiztory

We celebrate the life and legacy of actor and comedian Eddie "Rochester" Anderson, who passed away on this day in 1977.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD in 1964, women's rights advocate Anna Julia Cooper passed away at the age of 105.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD in 2000, the home of entrepreneur Alonzo Herndon was added to the National Register of Historic Places.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD in 1956, Autherine Lucy became the first African American student to attend the University of Alabama. Recording artist Deborah Cox narrates.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD in 2009, the United States Senate confirmed Eric Holder as the 82nd U.S. Attorney General and the first African American to hold the position. Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph narrates.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD in 1965, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was arrested in Selma, AL during a march to protest voter registration practices. Actor Ernest L. Thomas narrates.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD in 1972, gospel singer Mahalia Jackson passed away at the age of 60.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD in 2001, General Colin Powell was sworn in as the 65th U.S. Secretary of State and the first African American to hold that position.Oleh Quiztory

John H. Johnson, founder of Ebony and Jet magazines, was born in Arkansas City, AR in 1918.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Singer Kathy Sledge, of the group Sister Sledge, was born in Philadelphia, PA. Happy 64th birthday to her!Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Benjamin Ward was sworn in as the 34th New York City Police Commissioner in 1984Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Charlotte E. Ray, the country's first black female attorney, passed away in 1911 at age 60.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD The late night talk show The Arsenio Hall Show premiered in 1989.Oleh Quiztory

On this day in 1905, art historian James A. Porter was born in Baltimore, MD. Recording artist Bowlegged Lou narrates.Oleh Quiztory

Happy 80th birthday to singer Carla Thomas! The "Queen of Memphis Soul" was born on this day in Memphis, TN.Oleh Quiztory

On this day in 1981, the musical "Dreamgirls" made its debut on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD The Colored Methodist Episcopal Church was founded in Jackson, Tennessee.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Educator and civil rights activist Septima Clark, dubbed the "Mother of the Movement," passed away at the age of 89.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Football standout Ernie Davis, the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy, was born in New Salem, Pennsylvania.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Soprano singer Marie Selika Williams became the first black artist to perform at the White House.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. was founded on the campus of Howard University.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Record executive Dick Griffey, founder of SOLAR Records, was born in Nashville, TN. Actor Sinqua Walls narrates.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Denmark Industrial School, now known as Voorhees University, opened in Denmark, South Carolina.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD The Washington Society of Colored Dentists, a precursor of the National Dental Association, was formed in the District of Columbia.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD The Civil Rights Memorial, a granite fountain inscribed with the names of 41 martyrs of the movement, was dedicated in Montgomery, Alabama.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Andrew Hatcher was appointed associate press secretary under President John F. Kennedy making him the first African American to serve in the White House Press Office.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD The first classes began at Howard University's newly established Medical Department with eight students and five faculty members.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Recording artist and four octave vocalist Minnie Riperton was born in Chicago, IL. Happy Heavenly Birthday!Oleh Quiztory

#OTD The boxing world mourned the loss of heavyweight champion Smokin' Joe Frazier. Actress Tamara Tunie narrates.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Bob Douglas, regarded as the "father of black professional basketball," was born on the island of Saint Kitts in the British West Indies. Actress Caryn Ward narrates.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Hall of fame radio broadcaster Hal Jackson was born in Charleston, South Carolina. Music executive Cappriccieo Scates narrates.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD President Ronald Reagan signed legislation designating a federal holiday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Recording artist Nicci Gilbert narrates.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Publisher Nancy Maynard, one-time owner of he Oakland Tribune, was born in Harlem, NY.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD The song "Baby Love," the second of five consecutive number one singles by The Supremes, began a four week run atop the Billboard Hot 100.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Abolitionist Levi Coffin, an active leader of the Underground Railroad, was born in New Garden, North Carolina.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Politician Andrew Young was elected the 55th mayor of Atlanta, Georgia.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Recording artist and musician Bootsy Collins was born in Cincinnati, Ohio.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. became the first African American army general in the United States.Oleh Quiztory

#OTD Jazz musician and composer Dizzy Gillespie was born in Cheraw, South Carolina. Recording artist Nicci Gilbert celebrates his life and legacy.Oleh Quiztory