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  • Founded in 1901 to provide African Americans with insurance when white-owned companies excluded them, it allowed families to cover funeral costs, preserve assets, and pass down financial security. Due to Eartha’s actions, this was a critical step in saving the future, leading to black economic self-determination and the continued importance of life insurance as a tool for building, protecting, and transferring wealth across generations. 
  • This project helped me appreciate how individual courage can make a lasting impact, and how historical events connect to present-day communities. 
  • My research taught me the level of dedication you have towards something to want to devote your whole life to it. That is clearly shown with Eartha White. 
  • While she neglected her personal life, she loved helping and sacrificing for others. I believe she represents the epitome of loving your neighbor as yourself. 
  • Its also great to see how without her contributions and advocacy what we wouldn't have in today's society.

This brief history of the Afro-American Life Insurance Company describes the formation of the institution and includes an anecdote about Eartha M.M. White rescuing the company's records during the Great Jacksonville Fire of 1901.

This brochure addresses the Afro-American Life Insurance Company's history and describes its services.
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