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February 25, 1870

First Black U.S. Senator Sworn In

Hiram Rhodes Revels became the first African American U.S. Senator, representing Mississippi.

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February 25, 1870

Hiram Revels Becomes First Black U.S. Senator

Hiram Rhodes Revels became the first African American to serve in the U.S. Senate.

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May 4, 1870

Hiram Revels Sworn In as First Black U.S. Senator

Hiram Rhodes Revels became the first African American to serve in the United States Congress when he was sworn into the U.S. Senate.

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