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1976 - Death of Paul Robeson

Paul Robeson, a renowned actor, singer, athlete, and civil rights activist, passed away on this day in 1976. Robeson was a multi-talented figure who used his platform to advocate for racial equality and social justice worldwide. Despite facing intense political persecution during the McCarthy era for his outspoken views, he remained a powerful symbol of dignity, resistance, and the global struggle for human rights.

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