Homer Plessy, Civil Rights Activist

Description

Homer Plessy was a member of the Afro-Creole community of New Orleans, a shoe maker, and a civil rights activist. He took his rights seriously. Working with the Citizens Committee, Homer Plessy fought back against segregation and white supremacy. What would you do for your rights? Would you stand up even if it was dangerous?

Duration

6 minutes, 33 seconds

Date Created

06/07/2020

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