Darnaye Council Josephine Baker
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Name: Josephine Baker or Freda Josephine McDonald Birthdate: June 3, 1906 Death Date: April 12, 1975 Early Life ~ She was born in St. Louis, Missouri. She’s known as Freda Josephine McDonald. ~ At age 8 she cleaned houses and baby sat for wealthy white families. ~ Her father abandoned them shortly after her birth.
Interesting Facts ~ She moved to France and became one of Europe’s most popular paid performers. ~ In the 60’s she devoted herself to fighting segregation and racism. ~ She was a worldwide celebrity. Josephine Baker should be in the hall of fame because she is a great person. She fought for racism and segregation. She visited the United States during the 50’s and 60’s with renewed vigor to fight racism. She adopted children and took them on tours so they wouldn’t feel left out in the world. Many people honored her throughout the world especially Paris. When she died of cerebral hemorrhage. More than 20,000 people crowded the streets to see Josephine’s funeral. That’s how much they honored her. She inspired and intrigue people since 1991. They made a movie about her called the Josephine Baker Story. That’s how much they admired her. That’s why she should be in the Black History Hall Of Fame…