On this date in 1981, Edward M. McIntrye elected first Black mayor of Augusta, Georgia.
On this date in 1914, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity incorporated,founded at Howard University.
On this date in 1862, First Kansas Colored Volunteers repulsed and drove off superior force of rebels at Island Mound, Missouri. This was the first engagement for Black troops.
On this date in 1798, Founder of The Underground Railroad, Levi Coffin was born.
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