Richard T. Greener, the first African American graduate of Harvard University (Class of 1870), was appointed professor of metaphysics and logic at the University of South Carolina on this day. He also served as the university’s librarian. His appointment marked a significant milestone during Reconstruction, as the university was briefly integrated and employed several Black faculty members.
Greener was a trailblazing scholar, lawyer, and diplomat who broke barriers in education and civil service.
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