J.B. Stradford

J.B. Stradford was a prominent African American businessman and civil rights advocate in the early 20th century, known for his successful ownership of one of the largest black-owned hotels in the United States, the Stradford Hotel in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He played a significant role in the African American community during the Tulsa Race Riot, demonstrating remarkable resilience and leadership in the face of adversity.