The Chicago Defender is a historic African American newspaper founded in 1905 in Chicago, Illinois. It played a crucial role in advocating for civil rights and social justice, particularly during the Great Migration when many African Americans moved from the South to Northern cities. The paper provided a platform for Black voices and highlighted issues affecting the African American community. Over the years, The Chicago Defender has covered significant events, including the Harlem Renaissance and the Civil Rights Movement. It has won numerous awards for its journalism and continues to be an important source of news and culture for the African American community today.