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Richmond's First African American Police Officers
W Leigh St, Richmond,
VA ,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
37° 33' 2.392128",
-77° 26' 34.98954"
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Virginia State
Historical Marker
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On 1 May 1946, Richmond's first professional African American police officers were hired and assigned to the First Precinct at Smith and Marshall Streets. They were Howard T. Braxton, Doctor P. Day, Frank S. Randolph, and John W. Vann. On 16 December 1949, Ruth B. Blair became the first professional African American female police officer hired and assigned to the Juvenile Division. On 18 July 1964, Sergeant Randolph was promoted to Detective Lieutenant. While challenged by segregated conditions and discriminatory practices, their perseverance created an inspiring legacy.
Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00 |
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