In 1942, almost 80 years ago, Dr. Charles Drew resigned from his role as Director of the first American Red Cross Blood Bank. As an African American, he knew that prejudice could kill when the Army and Navy wouldn't stop segregating blood donations. His medical expertise saved lives and changed the landscape of blood banking, and it's all in the podcast! If you are interested in reading more about the history of math and science, please visit me at www.MathScienceHistory.com) ! And while you're there, please feel free to buy me a cup of coffee, because every cup of coffee keeps my podcast up and running!
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Until next week, Carpe Diem!!
Gabrielle
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