Viola Liuzzo
Civil Rights Activist and Martyr
Born
April 11th, 1925
100 years ago
Died
March 25th, 1965
60 years ago — 39 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Involvement in the civil rights movement included participation in the Selma to Montgomery marches in 1965. Demonstrated commitment to social justice and racial equality. Tragically lost life while advocating for voting rights, which provided a significant rallying point for the movement. Posthumous recognition highlighted the sacrifice and importance of the work done in pursuit of civil rights.
Participated in the Selma to Montgomery marches
Was murdered while advocating for civil rights
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