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December 23, 1867
Madam C.J. Walker Born
Madam C.J. Walker, the first female self-made millionaire in America, was born as Sarah Breedlove in Delta, Louisiana.
July 1911
Madam C.J. Walker Builds Factory
Madam C.J. Walker opened a factory in Indianapolis for her hair care products, becoming one of the nation's most successful Black entrepreneurs.
May 25, 1919
Madam C.J. Walker Dies
Madam C.J. Walker, America's first female self-made millionaire, died at her estate in Irvington, New York.
March 23, 1912
Madam C.J. Walker Addresses National Negro Business League
Madam C.J. Walker spoke at the National Negro Business League convention, declaring herself a self-made woman.