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First Black woman on Memphis police force remembered for blazing trail

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The community is mourning the loss of a trailblazer who paved the way for women of color in the police force ...
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Memphis’ first Black woman police officer dies, honored by MPD

The Memphis Police Department took to social media to honor the life of Captain Claudine Penn, the first Black woman in the ...
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Fairfax County FD honors first Black woman officer

FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — In recognition of Black History Month, the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Services is honoring a Black woman who made history within the department. In a post on X, ...
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African-American 'firsts' key to Army history

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Feb. 5, 2009) -- Each February, communities across the nation celebrate African American History Month, using this annual observance as an opportunity to honor the ...