Tag: Civil Rights
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Charles Warner, Nathaniel Trott, & Dwight Henry
Nathaniel Trott, Charles Warner, and Dwight Henry shared their experiences growing up and reflecting on their community’s history. They discuss the legacy of segregation and integration, the schools they grew up attending together. Nathaniel reflected on his time as a saxophonist, recalling performances like playing the national anthem at school events. Charles also shared stories Read more
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Childlene Brooks & Virginia Jackson
Childlene Brooks and Virginia Jackson, sisters raised in Talbot county and deeply rooted in their community, shared their personal stories of growing up during the desegregation era and their involvement in local civil rights efforts. The interview explored their early experiences at St. Michael’s High School, where Childlene was one of the first African American Read more
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Walter Black
Walter Black, born in Salisbury, Maryland, is a key figure in the civil rights movement, particularly known for his role in the 1962 Riverside Park Pool protest in Baltimore. Raised in McDaniel, Maryland, he became actively involved in the desegregation efforts as the executive director of the Maryland State Conference of the NAACP. In 1962, Read more