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Richmond, Virginia boasts a proud legacy of achievement among its African-American residents. Known as the birthplace of black capitalism, Richmond had at the turn of the 20th century one of the largest black business districts in America. Medical pioneers, civil rights activists, education leaders, and enterprising bankers are listed among the city's African-American sons and daughters. As individuals these men and women made their mark not only on RichmondÃs, but also the nations, history. As a community, they have endured centuries of change and worked together for the common good. In their determined faces and in unforgettable scenes of the past, we celebrate and pay tribute to their history.
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Elvatrice Parker Belsches is the co-founder of the Central Virginia African-American Genealogical and Historical Society. A documentary filmmaker, she has lectured nationally on genealogy and slavery. In Black America: Richmond, Ms. Belsches offers a lovingly crafted and meticulously researched history to share with all those who call Richmond home.
Richmond, Virginia boasts a proud legacy of achievement among its African-American residents. Known as the birthplace of black capitalism, Richmond had at the turn of the 20th century one of the largest black business districts in America. Medical pioneers, civil rights activists, education leaders, and enterprising bankers are listed among the city's African-American sons and daughters. As individuals these men and women made their mark not only on RichmondÃs, but also the nations, history. As a community, they have endured centuries of change and worked together for the common good. In their determined faces and in unforgettable scenes of the past, we celebrate and pay tribute to their history.
About the Author
Elvatrice Parker Belsches is the co-founder of the Central Virginia African-American Genealogical and Historical Society. A documentary filmmaker, she has lectured nationally on genealogy and slavery. In Black America: Richmond, Ms. Belsches offers a lovingly crafted and meticulously researched history to share with all those who call Richmond home.
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African Americans, Walker National, Courtesy of the National Park Service, Courtesy of Souvenir Views, First African Baptist Church, North Second Street, The Richmond Planet, Jackson Ward, Leigh Street, First Baptist Church, Trust Company, Civil War, Consolidated Bank, Courtesy of Negro Office-Holders, Johnston Memorial Library, Luke Penny Savings Bank, Medical College of Virginia, Special Collections, Courtesy of Martha Thompson, Oliver Hill, Virginia State University, Armstrong High School, Courtesy Library of Congress, Courtesy of the National Archives, Courtesy Souvenir Views New!
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Pictured here are the First African Baptist Church and some of its members in 1865. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
African Americans, Walker National, Courtesy of the National Park Service, Courtesy of Souvenir Views, First African Baptist Church, North Second Street, The Richmond Planet, Jackson Ward, Leigh Street, First Baptist Church, Trust Company, Civil War, Consolidated Bank, Courtesy of Negro Office-Holders, Johnston Memorial Library, Luke Penny Savings Bank, Medical College of Virginia, Special Collections, Courtesy of Martha Thompson, Oliver Hill, Virginia State University, Armstrong High School, Courtesy Library of Congress, Courtesy of the National Archives, Courtesy Souvenir Views New!
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