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In a Nutshell

 

James Meredith was a key influense during the Civil Rights Movement.  Meredith desegregated the University of Mississippi.  He orginized and lead the March Against Fear, which helped to encourage African Americans in Mississippi to stand up against the violence at the voting polls.

 

 

 

Facts About James Meredith

 

  • FULL NAME: James Howard Meredith

  • BIRTH DATE: June 25, 1933 

  • PLACE OF BIRTH: Kosciusko, Mississippi

  • EDUCATION: Jackson State College,

    • University of Mississippi,

    • University of Ibadan (Nigeria), Columbia University

  • FAMILY: Moses Meredith and Roxy Smith (parents)

    •    and nine siblings

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