Major Robert H. Lawrence Jr. named First African American astronaut.  Major Lawrence was killed during a training flight on December 8, 1967.

Actress -Singer Lena Horne was born in Brooklyn, New York.

On June 30, 1847, Dred Scott and his wife Harriet filed a lawsuit in the St. Louis Circuit Court seeking their freedom. They argued that their residence in free territories should grant them emancipation. This case escalated to the U.S. Supreme Court, resulting in the infamous 1857 decision declaring that African Americans could not be U.S. citizens. The ruling intensified national tensions over slavery, contributing to the onset of the Civil War. New Pittsburgh Courier

On June 30, 1958, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in NAACP v. Alabama that the state could not compel the NAACP to disclose its membership lists. This unanimous decision protected the freedom of association, reinforcing civil liberties and enabling civil rights organizations to operate without state interference or intimidation. The Eclectic Kitabu Project+1Wikipedia+1

June 30, 1960, marked the independence of the Republic of the Congo (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo) from Belgian colonial rule. Patrice Lumumba became the first Prime Minister, symbolizing a significant moment in Africa\’s decolonization movement. However, the nation soon faced political turmoil and foreign interventions, leading to Lumumba\’s assassination in 1961. The Eclectic Kitabu Project

Mike Tyson was born on June 30, 1966, in Brooklyn, New York. He rose to prominence in the 1980s, becoming the youngest heavyweight boxing champion at age 20. Known for his formidable power and aggressive style, Tyson\’s career had significant cultural impact, reflecting both the challenges and triumphs of African American athletes. The Eclectic Kitabu Project

On June 30, 1974, Baltimore city workers initiated a strike demanding better wages and working conditions. The strike, involving a significant number of African American workers, highlighted issues of labor rights and racial disparities in employment. It underscored the intersection of race and labor in urban America. Teen Vogue

On June 30, 2006, President George W. Bush visited the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee. The museum, located at the site of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\’s assassination, serves as a pivotal institution preserving the history of the civil rights movement. The visit underscored the ongoing relevance of civil rights history in American political discourse. George W. Bush White House Archives

On June 30, 2015, the nation mourned the victims of the Charleston church shooting, where nine African American parishioners were killed during a Bible study session. The tragedy sparked national conversations about racism, gun control, and the enduring legacy of white supremacy in the United States. BlackPast.org

On June 30, 1917, tensions in East St. Louis, Illinois, erupted into violent race riots. White mobs attacked Black residents, resulting in numerous deaths and the destruction of homes and businesses. The riots were among the deadliest in U.S. history and highlighted the pervasive racial animosity of the era. Wikipedia

On June 30, 1963, civil rights demonstrations in Cambridge, Maryland, escalated into confrontations between activists and segregationists. Led by Gloria Richardson, the protests aimed to desegregate public facilities. The events in Cambridge became a significant chapter in the broader civil rights movement.

While the Harlem Cultural Festival began on June 29, 1969, its continuation on June 30 featured performances by prominent African American artists. The festival celebrated Black music and culture, providing a counter-narrative to the predominantly white Woodstock festival. It played a crucial role in affirming Black identity and artistic expression. Wikipedia