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Benjamin Mays
He was a publisher for the american newspaper. He founded New York Sun. -
Atlanta Braves
In 1957 the Atlanta braves won its very first word series. they played against the Yankees. -
Ivan Allen Jr.
Ivan served as a mayor for 8 years. He also served in World War II. -
William B. Hartsfield
He became one of the greatest mayors of Atlanta. He served 6 years, longer than anyone. -
Atlanta Hawks
They won an NBA championship in 1958. they qualified to play in the NBA finals 3 times. -
1946 Governor's Race
Eugene Talamage died before his inauguration to become governor. His son, Herman had to fulfill the duties. -
Herman Talmadge
He was a democrat and a attorney. he is also the one of the former governors Eugene Talmadge. -
Brown v. Board of Education
A time were the separation of black and white public schools was ruled unconstitutional. It violated the 14th amendment rights. -
1956 State Flag
It was used from 1956 to 2001. Designed by Southern Democrat John Sammons. -
Sibley Commission
Governor Ernest Vandiver Jr. was forced to either close public schools or desegregate them. George Busbee showed the General Assembly Committee on schools. -
Student Non-Violent Coordinating Comittee
One of the most important Civil Rights movement organizations. They organized voting registration drives. -
Hamilton Holmes and Charlayne Hunter
They were the first two African-American students who attended UGA. -
The Albany Movement
It was a group of protesters protesting against racial segregation. the movement failed. -
March on Washington
One of the largest political rallies. People wanted jobs and freedom. -
Civil Rights Act
This act banned discrimination. Crowned one of the best achievements. -
Atlanta Falcons
They are in the national football league. They were in the super bowl twice and lost both. -
Lester Maddox
Was the governor of Georgia. He was also a democrat. -
Martin Luther King Jr.
He was an American activist. He was also leader of the civil rights movements. -
Andrew Young
He was a diplomat and an activist. He was also a leader of the civil rights movement. -
Maynard Jackson Elected Mayor
An american politician and attorney. He was the first African American mayor. -
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Jimmy Carter in Georgia
He is the only Georgian elected president of the U.S. He was also the governor of Georgia. -
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1996 Olympic Games
Known as XXVI. Was held in Atlanta, Georgia.
