Today in Black History ... February 15

Today is February 15th, this day is history was very important for slavery and entertainment.

1804 - New Jersey begins to abolish slavery

The New Jersey Legislature approved a law calling for "gradual" emancipation of African Americans. In so doing, New Jersey became the last Northern state to outlaw slavery.

1851 - Black abolitionists invaded Boston courtroom and

Black abolitionists invaded Boston courtroom and rescued a fugitive slave.

 1964 - Louis Armstrong's "Hello Dolly"

Louis Armstrong's "Hello Dolly" recording becomes his first and only number one record.

1965 - Nat King Cole (45), singer and pianist, died in

Nat King Cole (45), singer and pianist, died in Santa Monica, California.