Civil rights icon (born 1933) who gained worldwide attention in 1962 when, after a public political struggle between JFK and segreationist Governor Ross Barnett, he became the first black student admitted to the University of Mississippi. Two items: Copy souvenir typescript, 11 pages, 8.5 x 11, September 30, 1962, White House letterhead. Document detailing the “Summary of Events on Meredith case in Oxford, Mississippi,” with a small ink sketch in the top right corner of the first page; and a satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Meredith at his desk, signed in black felt tip, “James H. Meredith, 8 Aug 97.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.
