June 28: Samuel Battle became the first African American appointed to the New York City police force, 1911
June 28, 2021
June 28: Samuel Battle became the first African American appointed to the New York City police force, 1911
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Samuel Battle
Black Fact of the Day: August 7, 2019 – Brought to you by Black365
August 7, 2019
On this day, August 7, 1966, Samuel Battle, the first African American NYPD lieutenant, passed away at the age of 83. Brought to you by the Black365 Calendar. Find out more at BlackHistoryCards.com.
Black Fact of the Day: August 4, 2019 – Brought to you by Black365
August 4, 2019
On this day, August 4, 2009, W. 135th St. and Lenox Ave. became Samuel J. Battle Plaza in honor of the first Black parole commissioner. Brought to you by the Black365 Calendar. Find out more at BlackHistoryCards.com.
Black Fact of the Day: June 28, 2019 – Brought to you by Black365
June 28, 2019
On this day June 28, 1911, Samuel Battle became the first African American appointed to the New York City police force. Brought to you by the Black365 Calendar. Find out more at www.Black365.US