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Essex Hemphill

April 16, 2018 by Ubuntu Biography Project

Essex Hemphill was born on April 16, 1957 (to November 4, 1995). He was an influential poet, award-winning editor, memorable performance artist, and fearless activist. Essex Charles Hemphill was one of five children born to Mantalene Clark Hemphill and Warren A. Hemphill, Sr. He began his life in Chicago, Illinois, but grew up in southeast Washington, DC, where he began writing at age 14. Hemphill studied English at the University of Maryland, but decided to complete his degree at the […]

Categories: All, April, April 16, Hemphill, Essex • Tags: 1957, 1995, April 16, Essex Hemphill, November 4, Ubuntu Biography Project

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