On this day in 1939, world-renowned Black opera singer Marian Anderson performed on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.

<p>On this day in 1939, world-renowned Black opera singer Marian Anderson performed on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.</p>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

Marian Anderson performs outside the Lincoln Memorial - April 9th, 1939

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