Unsung Heroes

Unsung Heroes

by Elizabeth Ross Haynes

Elizabeth Ross Haynes's "Unsung Heroes" is a collection of 17 biographies of prominent African Americans, many of whom were less recognized in 1921. The book highlights figures who made significant contributions to various fields, including literature, politics, and social activism. Haynes, herself a prominent African American activist and social worker, sheds light on the lives and accomplishments of these individuals, offering a nuanced understanding of their struggles, achievements, and impact on the African American community and beyond.

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