Explore the narratives of Black residents in Fairfax County, encompassing the experiences of the enslaved, military personnel, educators, entertainers, and community activists who engaged in both national and local matters. Their efforts played a crucial role in breaking down barriers for everyone who faced discrimination, segregation, and adversity. For instance, Annie Harper took a stand against poll taxes, while Mr. and Mrs. Mott challenged restrictions that prevented them from entering a County Park, among other struggles.

About the presenter

Mary Lipsey spent twenty-nine years teaching seventh-grade American History at Lake Braddock Secondary School.  She is one of the directors of the Fairfax County Cemetery Preservation Association and previously served with the Fairfax County History Commission, the National Museum of American History, and the National Archives. She is the author of The ABCs of Flying; Almost Forgotten Women: Yesterday’s Headliners; Aviation: From Curiosity to Reality; and A Christmas Flight: Aviation Pioneer, Dr. William Christmas, as well as the co-author of Braddock’s True Gold: 20th-Century Life in the Heart of Fairfax County.

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