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James Meredith

James Meredith

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James Meredith

Civil rights icon (born 1933) who gained worldwide attention in 1962 when, after a public political struggle between JFK and segregationist Governor Ross Barnett, he became the first black student admitted to the University of Mississippi. Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Meredith holding a newspaper announcing his college enrollment, signed in black ballpoint. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #420 - Ended December 11, 2013