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March 1, 1870
First African American Senator Sworn In
Hiram Revels became the first African American U.S. Senator.
March 3, 1949
Wesley Brown Graduates Naval Academy
Wesley Brown became the first African American to graduate from the U.S. Naval Academy.
March 17, 1956
Nat King Cole Show Premieres
Nat King Cole became the first African American to host a national TV show.