Honoring a trailblazer: The Legacy of Charles Follis
In Wooster, Ohio, a historical marker stands in tribute to Charles W. Follis—the first Black professional football player. At the turn of the century, in a time of deep racial…
Vera Thomas Show “Unsung Hero” The Real First Black NFL Player
A Black History Fact: Before Jackie Robinson or Jesse Owens, there was the great late Charles W. Follis. Few know Charles W. Follis was the first black pre-NFL football player;…
Charles W. Follis: Changing the Game
By Valerie Boyer, School and Inclusive Community Programs Coordinator View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ohio History Connection (@ohiohistory) Charles W. Follis was born on February 3,…
Dre & Smiley – The Inner Circle
Ep. 136 Pioneering Spirit: Unveiling the Legacy of Charles Follis, the First Black Professional Football Player Join us in a captivating episode as we delve into the remarkable life of…
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Charles Follis | Charles Follis Greatest Player In Pro Football Interview With Herman D. Smith and Ralph N Paulk ABOUT Charles Follis. Charles Follis AKA Charles W. Follis was the…
Book Release – September 8th, 2023!
The Book is a nonfiction novel of true facts, family experiences and events from slavery to glory in a generation. The story of Charles W. Follis chronicles how this pioneer…
Book Release – Spring 2023!
The Book is a nonfiction novel of true facts, family experiences and events from slavery to glory in a generation. The story of Charles W. Follis chronicles how this pioneer…
Book Release – Fall 2022!
The Book is a nonfiction novel of true facts, family experiences and events from slavery to glory in a generation. The story of Charles W. Follis chronicles how this pioneer…