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68 years ago, the Little Rock Nine arrived to integrate into Central High

It was 68 years ago today that Little Rock Central made national headlines when 10 Black students arrived to enter the school — that day would become a historic moment, signaling the group's first ...
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Arkansas Travelers honor civil rights legacy at Little Rock Central High

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas Travelers players visited Little Rock Central High School this week to reflect on Juneteenth and learn more about the legacy of the Little Rock Nine. Juneteenth, ...
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette

ARKANSAS SIGHTSEEING: The story and impact of Little Rock Central High School’s 1957 desegregation is preserved at this historic site

Each morning, Little Rock Nine student Melba Pattillo "polished my saddle shoes and went off to war." Elizabeth Huckaby, then Central's vice principal for girls, is quoted from a letter to her brother ...
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Little Rock Nine's legacy lives on as Central High commemorates historic day

LITTLE ROCK, AR (KATV) — Every year on September 25, the steps of Central High School transform into a powerful symbol of courage, sacrifice, and the ongoing journey toward equality. This year marks ...
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On This Day in History: The Little Rock Nine integrated Central High School, defying segregation

Over 60 years ago the Little Rock Nine made history when they entered Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Today, over 60 years ago, nine Black teenagers, escorted by federal troops, walked ...