Tag: Barbara Henry
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UK Black History Month highlights the story of Ruby Bridges, the first Black child to attend William Frantz Elementary School in 1960.
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In 1960, Ruby Bridges became the first Black student at age 6 to integrate the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans. Learn about her history-making story.
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