PinnedDavie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryThe Lost Opportunity to be in the Shadow of Paul Robeson’s ExcellenceWhile Paul Robeson’s (1898–1976) activism and advocacy have been celebrated and memorialized around the world for decades, the legacy of…Apr 7Apr 7
PinnedDavie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryCapturing Somerville’s (NJ) African American History, One Correction At a Time #29When local periodicals omit the truth, we all lose.Jul 25Jul 25
PinnedDavie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryCivil War Veterans: The United States Colored Troops. Edition #17Few original records exist for African American Civil War veterans.Jul 18, 2023Jul 18, 2023
Davie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryPart 3:Capturing Somerville’s (NJ) African American History #30One Correction At a TimeAug 30Aug 30
Davie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryHonoring Somerville’s African American WW I Veterans-Ed. #28Somerville’s African American RecruitsMay 27May 27
Davie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryWhere does African-American (USCT) Civil War Veteran Anthony Schenck Rest? #27United States Colored Troop, Pvt. Anthony Schenck (1837–1863)May 18May 18
Davie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryAfrican American Wives & Widows of Civil War Troops #25African American Women Activating CitizenshipMar 19Mar 19
Davie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryA Somerville, NJ Story: Postal Clerk Frederick H. Moore, Sr. #24In 1911, Frederick H. Moore, Sr. (1893–1960), became the 1st African American graduate of Somerville High School. His success in highschool…Jan 17Jan 17
Davie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryMystery Man & Apgar Gallery on Main #23In the 19th century, Somerset County was a hub for photographers. Somervillians embraced the innovation of photography. During the time…Jan 4Jan 4
Davie Lyn Jones-Evans: At Home with HistoryThe Mystery Man & Main Street, Somerville NJ. #22Part 2: Main Street DevelopmentDec 21, 2023Dec 21, 2023