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Once Upon A Time In Black History

Breaking Barriers at NASA: The Inspiring Journey of Mary Jackson

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In this episode of Once Upon a Time in Black History, Tamara Shiloh shares the inspiring story of Mary Jackson — the first Black female engineer at NASA.

© Tamara Shiloh Length 5 min 19 May 2026 Episode 65 CultureHistory USA episodic

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© Tamara Shiloh Length 5 min 19 May 2026 Episode 65 CultureHistory USA episodic

Thomas Jennings, the first Black man to receive a U.S. patent. Also, this episode features his daughter, Elizabeth who was the first Black woman to he...

Thomas Jennings, the first Black man to receive a U.S. patent. Also, this episode features his daughter, Elizabeth who was the first Black woman to he...

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In this episode of Once Upon a Time in Black History, Tamara Shiloh shares the inspiring story of Mary Jackson — the first Black female engineer at NASA.

From overcoming segregation in Hampton to helping shape America’s space program alongside Katherine Johnson, Mary Jackson’s journey is a powerful reminder that courage and determination can change history.

Inspired by the story featured in Hidden Figures.

Visit Multicultural Bookstore for more inspiring stories.

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© Tamara Shiloh | 5 min

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