Percy Lavon Julian: An Unseen Hero

Percy Lavon Julian is My Hero

What is a hero exactly; does anyone actually know? Is it required for a hero to die for their cause? Are they destined to risk their lives? What is a hero? A hero is a man or woman who has done or is helping others. These people are not needed to die for their causes; they can live peaceful and calm lives. A hero has to change something for the better of humanity or for the world. A hero can be someone who nurtures an injured baby bird back to health. Someone who serves to protect his or her country. An inventor can be a hero as long as they are not trying to take over the world. Anyone can be a hero. They just have to put themselves forward and try to put an effort to help. Percy Lavon Julian was an inspiration to all black people. He showed them that they can accomplish anything they strive for. He did this through his discoveries in science and

Percy Lavon Julian was discriminated against as a result of his race. He was denied positions on account of his race. Even though in his earlier life he was discriminated life began to change for the better. This may have even encouraged others to strive for their goals. Percy was awarded the Advancement of Colored People’s Spingarn Medal. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Award from the Phi Beta Kappa Association (“Percy Lavon Julian” Notable Scientists from 1900 to Present). Percy Lavon Julian founded a company in 1954. After that he sold it in 1961 to Smith, Kline and French pharmaceutical company (“Percy Lavon Julian”African American Firsts in Science & Technology). He had his company and sold it to people that would do well. Percy Lavon Julian created artificial physostigmine. This drug decreases eye pressure in people with glaucoma. It is also used to treat swelling in the brain, skin and kidney disease (“Percy Lavon Julian” World of Chemistry). He came up with discoveries that helped people and that are still helping