Missouri HCR36 designates June 3rd as Josephine Baker Day to honor her contributions to arts, human rights, and democracy.
Missouri HCR36 establishes June 3rd as Josephine Baker Day in Missouri, celebrating Josephine Baker's legacy as a celebrated performer, civil rights activist, and war hero. Baker, born in St. Louis on June 3, 1906, became a global icon through her performances in Paris and her role as the first black woman to star in a major motion picture. Her contributions extended to human rights activism and aiding the French Resistance during World War II. The resolution aims to recognize her impact and is subject to the Governor's approval.
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