Alton Adams
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About
Became the first black bandmaster of the United States Navy in 1917.
Before Fame
Prior to realizing his career ambitions, he first worked as an apprentice to a carpenter.
Trivia
During the War of 1812, he and his band became the first African-Americans to receive official musical appointments in the U.S. Navy.
Family Life
He was born in St. Thomas.
Associated With
He and Olympian Sanya Richards-Ross were both born in St. Thomas.
