Virginia Changemakers
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  • Subject is exactly "African American Trailblazers"

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A physician, Isaac David Burrell operated the only pharmacy for African Americans in Roanoke for many years.
Roanoke

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The daughter and wife of missionaries, Elizabeth Coles Bouey organized the National Association of Ministers’ Wives.
Richmond

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A self-taught wood carver, Leslie Garland Bolling achieved national recognition for his wooden sculptures of African Americans at work or leisure.
Richmond

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A teacher for more than thirty years, Clara Baker was also an advocate for women's rights.
Williamsburg

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Tennis champion Arthur Ashe was an advocate for human dignity around the world.
Richmond

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A self-taught dancer, Pleasants "Snowball" Crump performed for national and international audiences.
Richmond

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Aline Black was a plaintiff in a case challenging the disparate pay of African American and white teachers in Norfolk.
Norfolk

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Educator Edna Meade Colson strove to improve educational opportunities for African Americans in Virginia.
Petersburg

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Civil rights leader Percy Casino Corbin strove to bring equality to the school system in Pulaski, Virginia.
Pulaski County

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Civic leader and educator Janie Porter Barrett worked to improve the lives of African American women.
Hampton and Hanover County
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