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Bayard Rustin

By Tyson Barnes
  • Born in Pennsylvania

    Born in Pennsylvania

  • Jailed for refusing military service (pacifism)

    Jailed for refusing military service (pacifism)

  • Studied nonviolence in India

    Studied nonviolence in India

  • Advised MLK during Montgomery Bus Boycott

    Advised MLK during Montgomery Bus Boycott

  • Organized the March on Washington

    Organized the March on Washington

  • Period: to

    Advocated for LGBTQ+ rights

  • Adopted Walter Naegle (his partner)

    Adopted Walter Naegle (his partner)

  • Passed away

    Passed away

  • Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom

    Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom