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Alton Adams

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Birthday November 4, 1889

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Saint Thomas, VI

DEATH DATE Nov 23, 1987 (98)

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About

Became the first black bandmaster of the United States Navy in 1917.

Before Fame

Prior to realizing his career ambitions, he first worked as an apprentice to a carpenter.

Trivia

During the War of 1812, he and his band became the first African-Americans to receive official musical appointments in the U.S. Navy.

Family Life

He was born in St. Thomas.

Associated With

He and Olympian Sanya Richards-Ross were both born in St. Thomas.