APRIL 9: TODAY'S INSPIRING WOMEN

Paule Marshall

Writer Paule Marshall was born today in 1929. She wrote several notable novels including Brown Girl, Brownstones, and Reena and Other Stories.

Irene Morgan Kirkaldy

Irene Morgan Kirkaldy, who defied a bus driver in 1944 who ordered her to give up her seat and move to the segregated back, was born today in 1917. Her actions led to a Supreme Court decision that outlawed segregated seating on interstate bus lines.

Florence Price

Florence Price, first African-American woman symphony composer, was born today in 1887.

Deeper Dive

Read more about Irene Morgan Kirkaldy and her work to spur the Freedom Rides.