Ruby Bridges became an enduring symbol of courage and hope when, at just six years old, she became the first Black child to integrate an all-white school in the South. On November 14, 1960, Ruby walked past a hostile crowd, under the protection of federal marshals, to attend William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans. Her actions were not just a milestone in the Civil Rights Movement but also a bold step toward dismantling the system of racial segregation in public schools. Despite facing e

Six-year-old Ruby Bridges became a civil rights icon in 1960. She calls her work "a calling" to this day. USA TODAY recognizes Bridges as a Woman of the Century. https://bit.ly/30PtE1s | USA TODAY Video

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