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Washington and Lee University: Black History Month: Maggie Lena Walker
Maggie L. Walker was the first female bank president of the United States. Learn about the life and work of this African American teacher and entrepreneur. This brief biography includes accompanying audio [1:49], as well as a...
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American Artifacts: The Imaginative Inventor
Just for fun. A website with a list of strange inventions by would-be entrepreneurs. Click on any to see a picture and description of the device.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Eunice Walker Johnson
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Eunice Walker Johnson, an American entrepreneur born April 4, 1916, Selma, Ala.
Black Past
Black Past: Walker, Madam c.j.
In this encyclopedia entry, you read about Madam C.J. Walker, once known as Sarah Breedlove, who made a fortune in hair products for African Americans.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Madam c.j. Walker
Madam C.J. Walker was an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and activist. She rose from poverty in the South to become one of the wealthiest African American women of her time.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Poetry in America: Collection
Poetry in America gathers distinguished interpreters from all walks of life to explore and debate 12 unforgettable American poems. Athletes, poets, politicians, musicians, architects, scientists, actors, entrepreneurs, and citizens of...
PBS
Pbs: Who Made America?: Innovators: Ida Rosenthal
An outspoken Russian Jewish immigrant sold American women on the first undergarment that uplifted and conformed to their shape -- the brassiere.
Black Past
Black Past: Garvey, Marcus
In this encyclopedia entry you can read about Marcus Garvey, newspaper entrepreneur and advocate of black pride and separatism.
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John Deere: Our Past Leaders: Founder John Deere
Learn about the childhood and professional successes of John Deere, who was the founder and president of the John Deere company.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Economy of the United States
This site from the encyclopedia Wikipedia gives the reader excellent insight into the United States economy. Includes historical references, the influence of technology, resources, and the role of government. Includes numerous charts and...
PBS
Pbs: Who Made America?: Innovators: Robert Woodruff
From the series, They Made America, on PBS, this biography of Robert Woodruff recognizes how he took the Coca Cola Company from an American success story to an international powerhouse through the power of advertising.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: J(ames) Bruce Llewellyn
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features J(ames) Bruce Llewellyn, an American entrepreneur born July 16, 1927, New York, N.Y.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Madam c.j. Walker
In this student-written article, read about Madam C.J. Walker, the pioneering entrepreneur who started the first hair-care products line for African-American women.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Allen Toussaint
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Allen Toussaint, a songwriter, pianist, and producer, Toussaint was responsible for national hits by Ernie K-Doe, Chris Kenner, Jessie Hill, Aaron Neville, Irma Thomas, and the Showmen,...
Black Past
Black Past: Whipper, William
A brief encyclopedia article about William Whipper, businessman and abolitionist.
Black Past
Black Past: Wormley, James
This encyclopedia entry tells about James Wormley, a black businessman in Washington, D.C.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Jay Z
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Jay Z, an American rapper and entrepreneur, one of the most influential figures in hip-hop in the 1990s and early 21st century.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Lloyd Price
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Lloyd Price, an American singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. Price made his mark in rock music history with his exuberant tenor and his flair for recasting rhythm and blues as...
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Oprah Winfrey
Biographical details on Oprah Winfrey, American television personality, actress, and entrepreneur whose syndicated daily talk show was among the most popular of the genre.
Constitutional Rights Foundation
Constitutional Rights Foundation: Marcus Garvey
Article summarizing the life and work of Marcus Garvey.
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Women in History: Madame c.j. Walker
This biographical sketch from the Lakewood Public Library includes facts, accomplishments, and links to websites for further research.