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     “On the day of HistoryMaker Dr. Manford Byrd’s funeral, we here at The HistoryMakers mourn his loss.  He was one of our staunchest advocates and supporters. It was Dr. Byrd that forged a strong working relationship between The HistoryMakers and the Boule’ Foundation, and it was he who helped guide many of our interview efforts. He was a true servant leader and during his life, he contributed so much to the African American community,” says Julieanna Richardson, President and Founder of The HistoryMakers. He passed away on January 17, 2021.

     The outpouring of love for Henry “Hank” Aaron in his passing was as much about the gentleman he was off the diamond as it was about him slugging home runs.  Aaron, nicknamed “Hammerin Hank,” was adored by fans the world over.  It was not always that way.

Join the National Museum of African American History and Culture in our virtual celebration of Kwanzaa, held each year from December 26 to January 1. Kwanzaa…

     Amid the shock surrounding the loss of Tommy “Tiny” Lister, we’ve learned that there were aspects of his life and final years that were even more of a mystery than the immediate hours after his sudden death.