On this day in 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges bravely walked through the doors of William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans, becoming the first Black student to integrate an all-white elementary school in the South. With courage far beyond her years, she faced daily hostility and showed the world the power of resilience and the importance of equality in education. Today, we remember Ruby’s bravery and honor her impact on the Civil Rights Movement. Her story reminds us to continue pushing for a world where all children have the freedom to learn, grow, and thrive. #RubyBridges #OnThisDay #CivilRights
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