Claude Black

Civil Rights Leader

Birthday November 28, 1916

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace Texas

DEATH DATE Mar 13, 2009 (92)

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About

Influential civil rights activist who served four terms on the San Antonio City Council 1973 to 1978 and became the city's first black Mayor Pro Tem.

Before Fame

He wanted to be a doctor before hr pursued the ministry.

Trivia

He organized civil rights marches in Texas and fought for fair treatment of minorities in the city of San Antonio.

Family Life

He married ZerNona Black and has two children named Joyce and Stewart. He also has three grandchildren.

Associated With

He worked with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.