| Source | Chicago Tribune |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Feb. 1, 2026, 6 a.m. |
| Last Updated | Feb. 1, 2026, 6 a.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/02/01/today-in-history-john-s-rock-lawyer/ |
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Today is Sunday, Feb. 1, the 32nd day of 2026. There are 333 days left in the
year.
Today in history:
On Feb. 1, 1865, abolitionist John S. Rock became the first Black lawyer
admitted to the bar of the U.S. Supreme Court.
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