A trailblazer in dance, influence of Katherine Dunham spans generations

She was a dancer, choreographer, teacher, activist and anthropologist. In honor of Women's History Month, WGN takes a look back at the incredible legacy and impact of Katherine Dunham.

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The late, great Eartha Kitt got her start with this original troupe back in the 1960s

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I have one of her 78s.

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Abstract beautiful.

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