June 3
Muhammad Ali Dies
On June 3, 2016, Muhammad Ali died after a long battle with Parkinson's disease. His funeral in Louisville, Kentucky, drew world leaders and thousands of mourners. He is widely regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxer and one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century.
Charles Drew Born
Born June 3, 1904, Charles Drew developed techniques for storing blood plasma that revolutionized medicine. He directed the first American Red Cross blood bank but resigned to protest the policy of segregating blood by race.
Josephine Baker Born
Freda Josephine McDonald was born on June 3, 1906. She became an international star in Paris, and later used her fame to support the French Resistance during WWII and the American civil rights movement. She refused to perform for segregated audiences and spoke at the March on Washington in 1963.
Birth of Dr. Charles R. Drew
Charles R. Drew, known for his work in blood transfusion, is born.
Birth of Dr. Charles Drew
Dr. Charles Drew, a pioneer in blood transfusion, is born.