Marian Anderson A brief article about singer Marian Anderson.		Hattie McDaniel Biography Learn about Hattie McDaniel, the first African American to win an Academy Award.
Billy Strayhorn Interview Billy Strayhorn, jazz composer, in an interview with Stanley Dance.		Elijah J. McCoy - Biography & Activities Learn about inventor Elijah J. McCoy through a biography, discussion questions, and extension...
African-American Scientists Distribute a chart that lists many African-American scientist of note.		Famous Firsts in Aviation Explore this timeline of famous firsts in aviation, from the first balloon flight to the first...
Biographies of African-American Inventors Read about notable African-American inventors.		Haiti Read this country profile to learn about Haiti's history, government, geography and economy. It...
Sojourner Truth Sojourner Truth -- American suffrage leader.		Condoleezza Rice Learn about the life of Condoleezza Rice, who served as U.S. Secretary of State from 2005-2009.