In Norfolk, Virginia, author Ruth A. Rose has compiled a vivid history that celebrates, in word and image, the �ordinary� citizens and their contributions to the schools, the busin...view moreIn Norfolk, Virginia, author Ruth A. Rose has compiled a vivid history that celebrates, in word and image, the �ordinary� citizens and their contributions to the schools, the businesses, the churches, and the families of Norfolk. This volume, full of beautiful photographs and engaging personal stories, provides readers an opportunity to step back in time and relive the triumphs of pioneering African-American ancestors.view less