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1943 - W.E.B. Du Bois Joins National Institute of Arts and Letters

On June 22, 1943, W.E.B. Du Bois was inducted into the National Institute of Arts and Letters, becoming its first African American member. A renowned sociologist, historian, and civil rights activist, Du Bois co-founded the NAACP and was a leading figure in advocating for African American rights and education. His induction marked a significant recognition of African American intellectual contributions.

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