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Bea GotthelfBea Gotthelf, who was active in the civil rights movement in Mississippi, recalls an incident that illustrates how scary the times were. United States
Frank McRaeMinister Frank McRae recalls marching in the civil rights movement, and coming to understand the significance of a black marcher's sign declaring "I... United States
Lynda LoweryLynda Lowery turned fifteen years old during the Selma to Montgomery march. She was arrested fifteen times over the years in which she participated... United States
Reverend Lamar WeaverRev. Weaver speaks about visiting segregationist Bull Connors' grave and the healing process. United States
Reverend Fred ShuttlesworthReverend Fred Shuttlesworth is the founder and leader of the Alabama Christian Movement for Human Rights. The organization was formed in 1956 after... United States
Unita BlackwellCivil rights activist Unita Blackwell describes her experiences with racism and the questions of faith they raised in her. In the civil rights... United States
Rescuers of the HolocaustWhy did some people rescue Jews during the Holocaust while so many were silent or actively supported the Nazis? This question is explored in the...
Oskar SchindlerThe story of Oskar Schindler is explored in Facing History and Ourselves study guide to the Academy Award winning film Schindler’s List. The film,... Germany
Paul RusesabaginaPaul Rusesabagina is the subject of the film Hotel Rwanda. During the Rwandan genocide he risked his life and the lives of his family to turn the... Rwanda
Ida B. WellsBorn into slavery in Mississippi, Ida B. Wells had a fiercely independent spirit and battled against racism and sexism. She became a school teacher... United States