In the Vanguard of a Race

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First published in 1914, In the Vanguard of a Race is a powerful memoir of one woman's struggle to overcome racial barriers and achieve success in a white-dominated society. Lily Hardy Hammond was an African American writer, activist, and suffragist who worked tirelessly to promote equality and justice for all people. Her memoir remains a powerful testament to the courage and resilience of Black women during the early 20th century.