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Desegregation wanted
The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors request that businesses serving the public desegregate. Most business ignore -
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March on Washington
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Wallace integregation
In Alabama Governor George Wallace stands in the doors of the University of Alabama to block integregation of Alabama and reads a proclamation. -
Bill Submitted
President Kennedy submits a bill that would guarentee that African-Americans rights include access to public accommodations, voting rights, desegregation of public education, and equal employment opportunities. -
Trial Desegregation
Almost 35 Atlanta resaurant owners reach an unofficial agreement with black leaders for complete desegregation of restaurants on a trial basis. -
Atlanta Mayor testifies
Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen becomes the only southern elected official to testify in Washington in favor of the Civil Rights bill.
