Freedom Riders
- ISBN-10
- 1538380293
- ISBN-13
- 9781538380291
- Series
- Freedom Riders
- Category
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Pages
- 50
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2017-12-15
- Publisher
- The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
- Author
- Lisa A. Crayton
Description
For decades leading up to the civil rights movement, African Americans faced segregation, danger, and humiliation while using public transportation and facilities. Interstate travel posed additional risks, until black as well as white nonviolent protestors challenged the status quo. In solidarity, they boarded public transportation, rode across state lines, and staunchly violated discriminatory laws. Harassed, beaten, and jailed, they pressed forward toward integration. Their courageous "freedom rides" drew widespread attention and ultimately helped change laws. Readers take a fast-paced trip through history to learn about the Freedom Rides' gutsy passengers, treacherous routes, and remarkable achievements.
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Other editions
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- 2014-07-01
- 32 pages
- Paperback
- Capstone Classroom
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- 2011-03-11
- 320 pages
- Ebook
- Oxford University Press
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