Venus Williams and Serena Williams

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Venus Williams, born in Lynwood, California on June 17, 1980 and Serena Williams, born in Saginaw, Michigan on September 26, 1981, both started playing tennis at the age of four under the coaching of their father Richard Williams. They are well known for their powerful strokes, and the two women have generated increased interest in tennis among African Americans.

Author: Duda, Karen E.
Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2003
Tennis players, Williams, Venus, Williams, Serena

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Deadria Farmer-Paellman

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The life of social activist Deadria Farmer-Paellmann is discussed. She aims for the economic development, creation of affordable housing and access to quality education and health care for the black community.

Author: Duda, Karen E.
Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2004
Women civic leaders, Women community activists, Farmer-Paellmann, Deadria

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Martina McBride

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The life and career of country-music singer Martina McBride is discussed. She is famous for her powerhouse vocals and poignant songs.

Author: Duda, Karen E.
Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 2004
Country singers, McBride, Martina

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