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Harold Lee Washington (April 15, 1922 – November 25, 1987) was an American lawyer and politician who was the 51st Mayor of Chicago. [1] . Washington became the first African American to be elected as the city's mayor in April 1983. He served as mayor from April 29, 1983, until his death on November 25, 1987.
Harold Washington (born April 15, 1922, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.—died November 25, 1987, Chicago) was an American politician who gained national prominence as the first African American mayor of Chicago (1983–87).
Apr 15, 2022 · Chicago is marking the centennial this week of the city’s first Black mayor, Harold Washington, 35 years after he died during his second term in office. Here’s a few things to know about...
Apr 15, 2022 · Harold Washington's election as the first Black mayor of Chicago ushered in a new era for the city, but from his election to his battles in office to his untimely death...
Jun 28, 2008 · Harold Washington, the first African American mayor of Chicago, Illinois, was born on April 15, 1922, to Roy Washington, a lawyer, Methodist minister and one of the first black precinct captains in Chicago.
Nov 23, 2007 · Harold Washington was one of the first black mayors of a major American city, and his death left Chicago reeling. He was charismatic, loquacious, bigger than life....
Jun 12, 2024 · Elected 51st mayor of Chicago April 12, 1983; defeated Bernard E. Epton (Republican) and Ed Warren (Socialist Workers) in general election. Won primary election February 24, 1987, defeating Jane Byrne and Sheila Jones.
Nov 25, 2022 · The city unexpectedly lost Harold Washington — its first Black mayor — 35 years ago today, Chicago. Tribune reporter Robert Davis noted Washington left “an indelible imprint on political...
The election of Mayor Harold Washington was an important milestone in the history of Chicago. The city's Black community came together with a committed focus to elect their first Black mayor. He...
Nov 25, 2022 · Thirty-five years ago, on the eve of Thanksgiving 1987, Chicago Mayor Harold Washington died unexpectedly after suffering a heart attack just months into his second term.
