John Doar
American lawyer and civil rights activist
Born
December 3rd, 1921
103 years ago
Died
November 11th, 2014
10 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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An American lawyer actively engaged in civil rights issues during the 1960s. Played a significant role in the Mississippi civil rights movement and was directly involved in the prosecution of Ku Klux Klan members for the murder of three civil rights workers. Served as Assistant Attorney General in the U.S. Department of Justice, where efforts included overseeing the federal response to civil rights violations. Participated in various landmark legal cases aimed at desegregation and voting rights. Received numerous accolades for contributions to civil rights law throughout a distinguished career.
Prosecuted Klan members for civil rights murders
Oversaw federal response to civil rights violations
Contributed to landmark desegregation cases
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