Early Years Arturo Alfonso Schomburg, born on January 24, 1874, in Santurce, Puerto Rico, emerged as a pivotal figure in the early 20th century, championing the recognition and preservation of African and African diaspora history and culture. His contributions laid the groundwork for what would become an enduring legacy in the realms of African American studies and library science. Schomburg was born to a Puerto Rican mother of African descent, Mary Joseph, and a German father, Carlos Federico Schomburg. This biracial heritage positioned him uniquely at the intersection of multiple…
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