EPISODE · Apr 11, 2026 · 1 MIN
Detroit's 1943 March & Vernor's Birth | Apr 11
from Michigan Minute
On this day in 1943, we reflect on the 1943 march in Detroit against Jim Crow laws and celebrate the birth of James Vernor Sr., creator of Vernor's Ginger Ale, born in 1843. Vernor's ginger ale became a beloved Michigan staple with its "Deliciously Different" flavor. This march was particularly significant for those contributing to the war effort at Willow Run Airport.
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