![Paul Robeson, singer, performer and civil rights activist, is welcomed in Russia, Moscow, Russia, January 19, 1935.](https://picturingblackhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/GettyImages-469430051-550x424.webp)
Paul Robeson in the Soviet Union
Between the 1930s and 1960s, the famous singer and actor made many visits to the world’s first socialist country, which made a lasting impression on his art and politics.
Between the 1930s and 1960s, the famous singer and actor made many visits to the world’s first socialist country, which made a lasting impression on his art and politics.
Gladys Bentley consistently and unapologetically broke the unspoken rules of gender norms
Black Communists Fought for Jobs and Safety in 1930 Washington, D.C.
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