Introduction Have you ever heard of Aunt Jemima’s pancake mix? If you have, then you must have seen the iconic smiling African American woman on the package! Her name was Nancy Green, and she was the original “face” of Aunt Jemima from 1890 to 1923. She was a former slave who became a celebrated cook and waitress in Chicago. But, how much money did she earn from her role as Aunt Jemima’s spokesperson? In this blog post, we will discuss Nancy Green’s fortune and her contribution to the food industry. Who Was Nancy Green? Nancy Green was born into ...Read more
