“The hunt for ancestral talent or character that might explain the birth of a genius is usually futile. In the case of Benjamin Banneker, however, it has intriguing aspects that refuse to be ignored,” writes Charles A. Cerami in “Benjamin Banneker: Surveyor, Astronomer, Publisher, Patriot.” Banneker’s maternal grandmother, Molly Welsh, was originally identified as a…
Educator Dr. Joe Cornelius once again shares his insightful talent as he weaves the tale of a young man struggling against the odds. In “The Devil & Leroy Jones,” Dr. Cornelius imbues his performance with a message of hope for the future. On April 11, 2025, I celebrated The 92nd Anniversary of My Miracle. I…
THURS., JAN. 3 – TBJ #2323 – What “Hat” Are You Wearing? – Part 1: Educator Dr. Joe Cornelius developed a creative way to explain Black history and to motivate young people through drama. He created a historical masterpiece when he chronicled the saga of Black America as it changes “hats” with the times.
During the 1978 season of Tony Brown’s Journal, host Tony Brown told you about “His-Story.” Tony Brown’s Journal program, “His-Story: Black History’s Little-Known Facts,” is a continuing discussion of little-known facts about the history made by Blacks, with Dr. Lerone Bennett, Jr., famed historian, scholar and author of “Before the Mayflower” and “What Manner of…
Africans, the first builders of civilization in the cradle of world civilization and the discoverers of mathematics, writing, sciences, engineering, medicine, religion, fine arts and the builders of the great pyramids, were easily toppled. Dr. Chancellor Williams, a widely-acclaimed historian, continues his discussion with Tony Brown as to why this occurred. CHANCELLOR WILLIAMS, historian…
Musician extraordinaire Lionel Hampton died on August 31, 2002 at the age of 94. His legacy as a musician, statesman, humanitarian and close friend of the Bush family are chronicled on this program. Tony Brown also remembers this music legend’s love for the little guy. HISTORICALLY, TONY BROWN IS also … Coordinator of the “Walk To…
TonyBrownsJournal.com presents Lionel Hampton, vibraphone musical extraordinaire. Lionel Hampton was born on April 20, 1908, in Louisville, Kentucky. He was an American jazz musician and bandleader known for the rhythmic vitality of his playing and his showmanship as a performer. Best known for his work on the vibraphone, Hampton was also a skilled drummer and…
PATRIOT AVIATORS:” They are the first line of defense, the protectors of our fleets and the rulers of the skies against all enemies. They are the pilots of America’s armed forces, highly skilled flyers who became the stars of war stories and the ingredients of legends. From their unique perspectives, these aviators, including members of…
Sixty years following the surprise attack at Pearl Harbor, America relived a similar horror on September 11, 2001. And while the events of December 7, 1941, sent this country to war, the events of September 11 forged a new era of patriotism and turned the spotlight on the veterans who gave their lives for their…
African-American women in military service also did not receive proper recognition for their service. The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion was the only African-American WAC unit to serve overseas in WWII. This unit was responsible for redirecting the mail to the GIs on the battlefield, a Sisyphean feat, considering that troops were constantly on the…
