Bessie Smith, renowned blues singer, died from injuries due to a car accident in Clarksdale, MS, on this date in 1937. She, along with Scott Joplin and Duke Ellington, is credited with bringing jazz and blues to major Northern cities in the 1920's.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Wednesays Black Historical Facts with Brandy Williams
Bessie Smith, renowned blues singer, died from injuries due to a car accident in Clarksdale, MS, on this date in 1937. She, along with Scott Joplin and Duke Ellington, is credited with bringing jazz and blues to major Northern cities in the 1920's.
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