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June 3, 1906

Josephine Baker Born

Entertainer and civil rights activist Josephine Baker was born in St. Louis, Missouri.

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October 1951

Josephine Baker Refuses to Perform for Segregated Audiences

Josephine Baker refused to perform for segregated audiences during her U.S. tour, helping to desegregate several venues.

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December 7, 1975

Josephine Baker Dies

Josephine Baker, entertainer and civil rights activist, died in Paris at age 68.

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