Today in Chicago History: Capt. Bill Pinkney becomes first Black person to sail around the world solo via the capes
- Posted on June 9, 2026
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Today in Chicago History: Capt. Bill Pinkney becomes first Black person to sail around the world solo via the capes
Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 9, according to the Tribune’s archives.
