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African American History: Ruby Bridges

Posted on February 29, 2012 by SouthernGirl2

Ruby Nell Bridges Hall (born September 8, 1954 in Tylertown, Mississippi) moved with her parents (Abon and Lucille Bridges) to New Orleans, Louisiana at the age of 4. In 1960, when she was 6 years old, her parents responded to … Continue reading →

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President Obama Meets Ruby Bridges: Norman Rockwell’s Painting Of Bridges Hangs In the White House

Posted on July 15, 2011 by rikyrah

                                                 THE PROBLEM WE ALL LIVE WITH In Spring 1960, Ruby Bridges was one of several African-Americans in New Orleans to take a test to determine which children would be the first to attend integrated schools. Six students were chosen, however, … Continue reading →

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