John C. Langston
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John C. Langston was a prominent African American politician, educator, and lawyer during the 19th century. He was a strong advocate for civil rights and played a critical role in the advancement of African American education and political representation. Langston became the first African American to be elected to the U.S. Congress from Virginia, serving as a U.S. Representative from 1890 to 1891. His legal career was marked by significant cases that helped dismantle the barriers of segregation and discrimination.