Melba Pattillo Beals
Journalist and civil rights activist
Born
December 7th, 1941
83 years ago
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Pattillo Beals participated in the Little Rock Nine, a group of African American students who integrated Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1957. Facing significant opposition, the group made headlines and represented a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement. After her role in the integration, she pursued a career in journalism and became a notable author. Her writings often focused on her experiences during the civil rights era, providing insight into the struggles faced by African Americans.
Part of the Little Rock Nine
Authored 'Warriors Don't Cry'
Worked as a journalist for major publications
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