Josephine Baker quotes
Josephine Baker was an American-born singer, dancer, and actress who became one of the most celebrated performers in France. Her talent, charisma, and activism made her a global icon of the Jazz Age. She used her fame to fight for civil rights and aided the French Resistance during World War II. Here are 20 of her quotes:
My people have a country of their own to go to if they choose... Africa... but, this America belongs to them just as much as it does to any of the white race... in some ways even more so, because they gave the sweat of their brow and their blood in slavery so that many parts of America could become prosperous and recognized in the world.
Josephine Baker
When I was a child and they burned me out of my home, I was frightened and I ran away. Eventually I ran far away. It was to a place called France. Many of you have been there, and many have not. But I must tell you, ladies and gentlemen, in that country I never feared. It was like a fairyland place.
Josephine Baker
I remember when Lindbergh arrived in Paris, I was one of the first persons to know about his landing, because as the French people know that I was born in St. Louis, thinking I would be very proud to announce it to the public, they gave me the news first. I was then starring in the 'Folies Bergere.'
Josephine Baker
Josephine Baker
Occupation: American Dancer
Born: June 3, 1906
Died: April 12, 1975
Quotes count: 20
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