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Ruby Bridges: The 6-Year-Old Who Needed a Federal Marshal Escort to Attend First Grade | A Mighty Girl
Because of Them We Can - Happy 62nd birthday to Ruby Bridges! In November 1960, 6-year-old Ruby became the first Black child to attend an all white elementary school in the South.
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Ruby Bridges Integrated Her Elementary School 60 Years Ago. Now She's Inspiring the Next Generation of Activists | Glamour
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