Tag: segregation
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Discover how James G. Thompson’s 1942 letter sparked the “Double V” campaign, the first Black civil rights movement, challenging racial inequality during World War II.
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The University of Oklahoma honors Ada Sipuel Fisher, the first Black woman to integrate a Southern law school, with an endowed chair in civil rights, race, and justice in law, celebrating her pioneering legacy.
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Discover how Elizabeth Carnegie broke racial barriers as the first black nurse to serve on a state nursing association board. Explore her pioneering career, overcoming segregation, empowering future nurses, and leaving a lasting legacy of courage and perseverance…
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The remarkable journey of Carl Maxie Brashear, the first African American Master Diver in the U.S. Navy. Overcoming racial barriers and a disability, Brashear’s story of resilience and determination serves as an inspiration to all. Learn how he…
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Tthe remarkable story of the Montford Point Marines, the first African Americans in the U.S. Marine Corps, who broke down barriers and paved the way for integration in the military.
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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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Leroy Stover, who made history in 1966 as Birmingham, Alabama’s first Black police officer, passed away at age 90. He persevered through racism to integrate the force.
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