John Rock (Abolitionist)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Rock (1825-1866) was one of the first African Americans with a medical degree. Also trained as a dentist and lawyer, Rock was the first African American to be admitted to the bar of the U.S. Supreme Court. He was a passionate abolitionist and civil rights leader and held a strong belief in the dignity and rights of all Americans.
He is credited with coining the Phrase "Black is beautiful" a rejection of the western idea that the natural features of african americans are inherently ugly.
[edit] See also
[edit] Links
 |
This African American-related article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
 |
This American law-related biographical article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
