This biographical dictionary, published in 1915, offers a snapshot of the achievements and struggles of African Americans in the early 20th century. It features more than 5,000 short biographies of notable individuals in all fields of endeavor, from politics and literature to sports and science. The contributors, many of them African American themselves, provide valuable insights into the social and cultural context of the time and offer a glimpse into the lives of those who paved the way for future generations. This book is a unique and important document of African American history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.