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In Struggle against Jim Crow: Lulu B White and the NAACP 1900 1957 (Centennial of the Association of Former Students Texas A M University 81)

In Struggle against Jim Crow: Lulu B. White and the NAACP, 1900-1957 (Centennial Series of the Association of Former Students, Texas A&M University Book 81)

by Chelsea Handler

5 out of 5

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Lulu White was a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to fighting for the civil rights of African Americans. She was a founding member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and served as its secretary for many years. This book tells the story of Lulu White's life and work, as well as the history of the NAACP.

White was born in slavery in 1863. She was freed after the Civil War and moved to Chicago, where she became active in the civil rights movement. In 1909, she was one of the founding members of the NAACP. She served as the organization's secretary for many years, and she played a key role in its early development.

White was a tireless advocate for civil rights. She worked to end lynching, segregation, and discrimination. She also fought for the right of African Americans to vote and to hold public office.

White's work had a profound impact on the civil rights movement. She helped to lay the foundation for the successes that the movement would achieve in the years to come.

This book is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about Lulu White and the NAACP. It is a well-written and informative account of the life and work of one of the most important figures in the civil rights movement.

The NAACP: A History

The NAACP was founded in 1909 by a group of white and African American activists. The organization's mission was to fight for the civil rights of African Americans. The NAACP quickly became a leading voice in the civil rights movement, and it played a key role in the fight to end segregation and discrimination.

The NAACP has a long and proud history of fighting for civil rights. The organization has been involved in some of the most important civil rights cases in history, including Brown v. Board of Education, which ended segregation in public schools.

The NAACP continues to be a leading voice in the fight for civil rights. The organization works to end discrimination in all forms, and it advocates for policies that promote equality and justice for all.

Legacy of Lulu White

Lulu White was a remarkable woman who dedicated her life to fighting for the civil rights of African Americans. She was a founding member of the NAACP and served as its secretary for many years. White's work had a profound impact on the civil rights movement, and she helped to lay the foundation for the successes that the movement would achieve in the years to come.

White's legacy continues to inspire activists today. Her work reminds us that we must never give up fighting for justice and equality.

Lulu White was a true pioneer in the civil rights movement. Her work helped to make the world a better place for African Americans. We owe her a great debt of gratitude.

In Struggle against Jim Crow: Lulu B. White and the NAACP, 1900-1957 (Centennial Series of the Association of Former Students, Texas A&M University Book 81)

by Chelsea Handler

5 out of 5