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Wed, 11.12.1941

The National Negro Opera Company is Founded

On this date in 1941, opera singer Mary Cardwell Dawson founded the National Negro Opera Company.

Based in Pittsburgh, the Opera Company remained in the steel city until 1960 and lasted until 1962.

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The Harlem Advocate fell between his legs. The story was incredible! Taking off his glasses, Uncle Rufus rubbed the lenses and thought…though. Yes, his son had always been a prodigal son, Drinking home brew... UNCLE RUFUS by Melvin B. Tolson.
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