Mabel Fairbanks was an African American figure skater and ice skating coach. Her strength and determination paved the way for African Americans and other figure skaters from minority backgrounds to be part of the sport.
Mabel Fairbanks - African American Figure Skater and Ice Skating Coach
By Jo Ann Schneider Farris, About.com Guide
Mabel Fairbanks' determination paved the way for African Americans and other figure skaters from minority backgrounds to be part of figure skating.
Mabel Fairbanks
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Mabel Fairbanks - African American Figure Skater and Ice Skating Coach
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