The Atlanta Daily World, founded by William A. Scott III, began publication on this day, becoming the first Black daily newspaper in the United States. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the paper played a pivotal role in advocating for civil rights, informing the Black community, and challenging racial injustice in the segregated South. Its founding marked a significant milestone in Black journalism and media empowerment.
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