Ohio Black History

1935

Carl Stokes Born in Cleveland

C arl Stokes, who would later become the first Black mayor of a major U.S. city, was born. His future election as Cleveland’s mayor in 1967 marked a turning point in American politics. Stokes’ leadership inspired generations of Black politicians across the nation.

-Carl Stokes

1942 L ockbourne Air Base, near Columbus, served as a training site for the Tuskegee Airmen. These brave African American pilots played a pivotal role in World War II. Their legacy demonstrated the skill and bravery of Black servicemen despite racial prejudice.

Tuskegee Airmen Train at Lockbourne Air Base

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