Wendall K. McGahee

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[Wendall K. McGahee @TheHonorableWKM]

“When God made me, He was just showin’ off!”

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

112 years ago today, Joseph Phillipe Lemercier Laroche, the only black passenger on RMS Titanic, died when it sank.

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[Ichigo Niggasake @SomaKazima]

TL Cleanse 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

On this day in 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his last speech before he was assassinated.

[Deshaun Malik 🏴‍☠️ @11Deshaun]

Could’ve bought some land

[Michelle Thomas 🤭 @TheBaddestMitch]

A dream come true. 🥹✨🩷

[Wendall K. McGahee @TheHonorableWKM]

@TheBeehiveCeo Wow🤯😂

[Wendall K. McGahee @TheHonorableWKM]

@TheBeehiveCeo You never had a tuna sandwich?! How else you eat it???

[Key. @Keysaidso_]

Truly grateful for God’s unwavering grace and mercy.

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

On this day in 1990, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, a revolutionary leader, was released from prison after 27 years.

[Key. @Keysaidso_]

Put a coat on these churn 😒

[Wendall K. McGahee @TheHonorableWKM]

Giving God more in 2024!

[Wendall K. McGahee @TheHonorableWKM]

@Keysaidso_ Witch Hazel and Olive oil… I preferred Coconut, but found out I’m allergic.

[Wendall K. McGahee @TheHonorableWKM]

There is someone who woke up this morning and still won’t make it to see 2024. Never take God’s time for granted. Be grateful!

[Florida A&M Football 🏈 @FAMU_FB]

Woke up feeling like champions 🏆

#FAMU | #Rattlers | #OurTime

[Wendall K. McGahee @TheHonorableWKM]

@Naturally_Fabb No so get in the car and let’s goooo!

[Wendall K. McGahee @TheHonorableWKM]

@TheBeehiveCeo You’re not even fat, but proud of you!

[Wendall K. McGahee @TheHonorableWKM]

@Naturally_Fabb Go to Krispy Kreme

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

On this day in 1806, Benjamin Banneker died.

In 1753, he created the first functioning clock in the U.S entirely out of wood, it was so advanced it kept accurate time for over 50 years.

During his funeral, all his belongings including the clock were destroyed in a mysterious house fire.

He also helped survey and design Washington D.C.

—Benjamin Banneker. A Mathematician and astronomer who planned all the construction of the U.S. Capitol, in Washington D.C., Benjamin Banneker is known for The first African American To create a scientific book, an almanac published in 1791. Banneker’s book contained information on many subject including weather forecasting, ellipses, medicine and essays calling for the free education and the abolition of physical punishment of school children. President Jefferson sent copies of Banneker's almanac to the French commons and The British House of commons as a proud example of America's scientific and cultural accomplishments. Banneker is also credited with building the first Clock in assembled in the U.S.

Born in Maryland in 1731, Banneker was the son of an African American who freed himself. Banneker worked as a farmer while studying science in his spare time. After inventing his clock, he predicted the eclipse of the sun in 1789. In 1791 he was appointed by President Washington to assist surveyor Andrew Elliott and architect Pierre L'Enfant in planning the capitol building. After L'Enfant resigned and took his maps with him to France Banneker become responsible for completing the the white house. He’s credited with designing Washington DC in its ENTIRETY. —

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[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

Happy 99th birthday, President Carter! You’ve inspired so many people around the world with your leadership, character, and commitment to service. Michelle and I hope you have a wonderful birthday and send our best wishes to you and Rosalynn.

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

In 1958, David Isom, 19, broke the color line in a Florida segregated public pool. It resulted in officials closing the facility.