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How Dr. Ossian Sweet defied segregation 100 years ago, the Jackson Home is coming to The Henry Ford

Season 53 Episode 44

We’ll examine the story and legacy of Dr. Ossian H. Sweet, 100 years after he defied segregation and sparked one of America’s most famous civil rights trials. Plus, an important part of civil rights history goes on display next year at Greenfield Village. We’ll get details on the Jackson Home and its role in the voting rights movement.

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