Josephine Baker, born in St. Louis Missouri on June 3rd, 1906, became a symbol of beauty, dance, activism, and humanitarianism for Black culture in the 20’s and in Paris where she reached massive fame. Josephine explored her talents and gifts in her home city of St. Louis, a city known for its rich music and culture. Filled with gambling halls, theaters, and gangster hideouts, St. Louis had a piano in every bar and parlor. Baker saw local musicians on the streets and imitated them at home by dancing…
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