Resultado de búsqueda
Harold Lee Washington (April 15, 1922 – November 25, 1987) was an American lawyer and politician who was the 51st Mayor of Chicago. Washington became the first African American to be elected as the city's mayor in April 1983. He served as mayor from April 29, 1983, until his death on November 25, 1987.
- 1942–1945
- Oak Woods Cemetery
11 de abr. de 2024 · Harold Washington was an American politician who gained national prominence as the first African American mayor of Chicago (1983–87). During World War II, Washington joined the army and served as an engineer in the South Pacific. After returning home in 1946, he graduated from Roosevelt University.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
15 de abr. de 2022 · Learn about the first Black mayor of Chicago, who rose from humble beginnings to challenge the Democratic machine and face racial backlash. Read about his achievements, controversies and death in office 35 years ago.
15 de abr. de 2022 · Learn about the life and legacy of Harold Washington, who was elected as Chicago's first Black mayor in 1983 and faced many challenges in office. Watch a special marathon coverage celebrating his 100th birthday on NBC Chicago.
- 2 min
28 de jun. de 2008 · Harold Washington was the first African American mayor of Chicago, Illinois, from 1983 to 1987. He served as a U.S. Representative from 1977 to 1983 and a mayor of Chicago from 1983 to 1987. He faced challenges from the political machine and the City Council, but also forged a coalition of reform-minded groups. He died of a heart attack at age 65.
23 de nov. de 2007 · Harold Washington was one of the first black mayors of a major American city, and his death left Chicago reeling. He was charismatic, loquacious, bigger than life. And as NPR's Cheryl Corley...
Harold Lee Washington (15 de abril de 1922 - 25 de noviembre de 1987) fue un abogado y político estadounidense que fue el alcalde número 51 de Chicago. Washington se convirtió en el primer afroamericano en ser elegido alcalde de la ciudad en abril de 1983.
