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The Fresh Troops: A Short Film from Freedom Riders
Rev. James M. Lawson, Jr. trained future Freedom Riders in nonviolence through role-playing activities in Nashville, TN. Drawing upon this training, students worked to desegregate businesses in downtown Nashville.
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Part of the award-winning The Presidents collection.