July 15 Births, Deaths and Events in African-American History

Join "Big A" for a daily dose of historical information from Black Light History, focusing on significant births, deaths, and events in African-American history that occurred on July 15th. This video highlights pivotal moments and influential figures who shaped American history.

Video Chapters:

0:00:00 Introduction: July 15th in African-American History

0:00:10 Welcome to Black Light History with Big A

0:00:24 Event: Second Battle of the Marne - Harlem Hell Fighters (1918)

0:01:05 Birth of Millie Jackson (R&B Singer, "Godmother of Rap")

0:01:42 Birth of John Stalworth (Pro Football Hall of Fame Wide Receiver)

0:02:26 Birth of Forest Whitaker (Award-Winning Actor and Producer)

0:04:19 Death of Kristoff St. John (Two-time Daytime Emmy Award-Winning Actor)

0:06:00 Event: Bill Withers' "Still Bill" Album Tops Billboard Charts (1972)

0:06:22 Event: Willie McCovey Hits 400th Career Home Run (1973)

0:06:38 Birth of Yaya Abdul Matin II (Emmy Award-Winning Actor)

0:07:32 Birth of Damian "Dame Time" Lillard (NBA Point Guard)

0:08:18 Event: Missy Elliot's Debut Album "Super Duper Fly" Released (1997)

0:08:44 Death of Mary White Ovington (Suffragist, Civil Rights Leader)

0:10:19 Conclusion: African-American History is American History