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February 29, 2024 19 mins

The animation field hardly recognizes the work of Frank Cavalier Braxton, Jr. He was the first Black person hired in the Warner Brothers Animation department and used his talents to provide a way for those that were to come after him. He's known as the Jackie Robinson of animation.


This is his story...


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Welcome to Black History Moments! This podcast is all about Black history and the stories we've left untold over the years.


Produced, Edited and Hosted by Shaakira White


We strive for accuracy in our storytelling. Sources used can be found below:

https://www.cartoonbrew.com/animators/remarkable-life-frank-braxton-hollywoods-first-black-animator-137356.html

https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/frank-cavalier-braxton-jr-1929-1969/

https://blackartstory.org/2020/10/05/profile-frank-braxton-1929-1969/

https://dbpedia.org/page/Frank_Braxton

https://www.dksuperiorclerk.com/mt-content/uploads/2024/02/black-history-series-frank-braxton-jr.pdf

https://cartoonresearch.com/index.php/animation-anecdotes-166/

https://lasentinel.net/frank-braxton-receives-windsor-mccay-award-at-46th-annies.html


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