Born in St. Louis, Josephine Baker rose to international stardom as a prolific entertainer and iconic figure of the Jazz Age in Paris. These records detail her multifaceted life, highlighting her groundbreaking roles as the first Black woman to lead a major film and a celebrated star of the Folies Bergère. Beyond the stage, the text emphasizes her courageous espionage for the French Resistance during World War II and her tireless dedication to the civil rights movement. Her personal narrative includes her famous "Rainbow Tribe" of twelve adopted children and her ultimate recognition as the first Black woman inducted into the Panthéon. This comprehensive overview serves to documen ...