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Freedom Riders

Freedom Riders

U.S. activists who rode interstate buses in interracial groups to show the continuing prevalence of segregation.

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Inspired By

Journey of Reconciliation

Instance Of

Demonstration

Organizer

Congress of Racial Equality

Uses

Intercity Bus Service
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Main Subject

Racial Segregation in the United States

Start Time

5/4/1961

End Time

12/10/1961

Subclass Of

Civil Rights Advocate

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Participant

Margaret Burr Leonard
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