Marcus Garvey was a Jamaican political leader, publisher, and journalist. Marcus represented the African american rights of the 20's, he named the Black Nationalism and Pan-Americanism Movements. Marcus had a lasting impact because he represented the largest mass movement in African American history. Pretty Historic.
Duke Ellington was an american composer, pianist and bandleader of jazz orchestras. He represented the music of 1920's and also he had his own orchestra the Ellington's . Duke lasting impact was that he expanded his music and culture and helped create more equality by proving that African Americans do have the ability to create good music and art.
Louis Armstrong was an American jazz trumpeter and singer from New Orleans. He represented the music and jazz part of the 20's. His lasting impact was that he was the Father of Jazz and he was one of the most famous trumpet players ever. He opened a lot of doors for the black and jazz community.