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1941… Death of Henrietta Vinton Davis

Henrietta Vinton Davis, a groundbreaking actress, elocutionist, and international advocate, died on November 23, 1941 in Washington, D.C. Her career blended performance and activism during a period when opportunities for Black artists were limited. Davis became widely known through her stage work and later emerged as a prominent figure in the Universal Negro Improvement Association. She traveled, organized, and spoke publicly on issues related to unity, cultural pride, and global awareness among people of African descent. Her passing marked the end of a career that influenced both the performing arts and early twentieth century Black political life. Davis is now recognized as an important figure whose work reached across borders and generations. #BlackHistory #HenriettaVintonDavis #UNIAHistory #CulturalHistory #OnThisDay #PerformingArtsHistory #HistoricFigures #GlobalHistory #AmericanHistory #HistoryMatters