June 6
June 6, 1966
James Meredith Shot During March Against Fear
On June 6, 1966, Meredith was shot by a sniper shortly after crossing into Mississippi. Civil rights leaders including King and Stokely Carmichael continued the march, which became a pivotal moment in the Black Power movement.
Sources
1. James Meredith: A Biography - Mississippi History Now2. James Meredith and the March Against Fear - National Park ServiceJune 6, 1939
Marian Wright Edelman Born
Born June 6, 1939, Marian Wright Edelman was the first African American woman admitted to the Mississippi Bar. She founded the Children's Defense Fund in 1973 and has been a tireless advocate for children's rights, education, and healthcare. Her motto: "Service is the rent you pay for living."
People: Marian Wright Edelman
Sources
1. Marian Wright Edelman - National Women's History Museum2. Marian Wright Edelman - The Library of CongressLink copied!
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