The economic influence of individuals such as AG Gaston on Birmingham’s economy, along with the moral and spiritual leadership of community leaders like Reverend Fred Shuttlesworth in the civil rights movement, highlights the diverse roles African American men have played in shaping Alabama’s community and spirit. Gaston significantly impacted Birmingham’s economy through his diverse business ventures, including the Booker T. Washington Insurance Company, Citizen’s Federal Savings Bank, Vulcan Realty Company, and the Gaston Motel, among others. His businesses provided essential services and employment, contributing to the economic development and civil rights movement in Birmingham.
Cabell (Cab) Calloway, III
Though originally born in Rochester, New York, Cabell (Cab) Calloway...
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