Irene Morgan

(1917- )

Irene Morgan is an African American woman.

When she was a young woman, Irene Morgan got sick.

Irene Morgan was sent to a doctor in Baltimore.

Irene Morgan rode a bus from Virginia to Baltimore.

Irene Morgan was told she had to give her seat to white people.

Irene Morgan refused to give up her seat.

Irene Morgan was arrested.

Irene Morgan asked the Supreme Court to help.

The Supreme Court agreed with Irene Morgan.

The Supreme Court changed the laws.

Irene Morgan led the way for African Americans.

Irene Morgan was given an Award by President Clinton.

Links for Irene Morgan

Before Rosa Parks

You Don't Have to Ride Jim Crow

Freedom Rides

Equal Access to Public Accommodations

Morgan v Commonwealth of Virginia

Forgotten Civil Rights History

Irene Morgan Award

Page created September 5, 2004. Anne Pemberton. Updated Fri, August 14, 2009 . AP.

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