Solomon G. Brown (1829-1906)

Solomon G. Brown (1829-1906)

by BlueChristopher | Jun 11, 2008 | African American History, People

Solomon G. Brown, poet, lecturer, and scientific technician, became the first African American employee at the Smithsonian Institution.  He also played a significant role in the implementation of the first electric telegraph and was well versed in the study of natural...