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Wed, 01.11.1961

The University of Georgia Reinstates Hunter, and Holmes

Hunter and Holmes reinstated

On this date in 1961, racial rioting erupted on the campus of the University of Georgia to support student segregation at the school.

Black students Charlayne Hunter and Hamilton Holmes were suspended for involvement but eventually reinstated by a federal court order. Hunter-Gault later became an Emmy award-winning journalist with the Public Broadcasting Service, and Holmes became a doctor.

New Poem Each Day

Poetry Corner

Little people often make big heroes- From the unknown ranks Of the population swellers; From the Jones and Janes distinguished Only by social security numbers Giants spring; Giants whose names Soon become a familiar taste in the... LITTLE AND BIG by Frank Marshall Davis.
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