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The history of African Americans in St. Louis is a legacy of resistance, resilience and regeneration. In 1806, Marguerite Scypion filed the first freedom suit and persevered until she won 30 years later. Rev. John Berry Meachum defied the law and taught Blacks to read. Black attorneys here won landmark Supreme Court cases. The Black press has advocated for change since The Argus began publishing in 1912. The course will examine how the church, the lawyers, and the press have championed equality in education, housing, jobs, and health care. Discussion will be based on articles from a variety of sources which will be sent to class members as PDFs.

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Section Title
St. Louis African American History: Centuries of Resistance
Type
Discussion
Days
T
Time
1:00PM to 3:00PM
Dates
Apr 02, 2024 to May 21, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
16.0
Location
  • Washington University West Campus
Course Fee(s)
Course Fees non-credit $160.00 Click here to get more information
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 08, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 08, 2024
Section Notes

Facilitator:  Ellen Harris

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