From Bus Boycott to Voting Rights: Community Activism 1955-65

From Bus Boycott to Voting Rights: Community Activism 1955-65 (HM1PXW)

Location: Montgomery, AL 36108 Montgomery County
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Country: United States of America
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N 32° 21.966', W 86° 19.445'

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Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail

— West Jefferson Davis near Loveless School —

The foundation of the civil rights movement was based in the grassroots strength of West Montgomery. The historic black communities located along this route provided the leadership and support for over a decade.
Whether it was the clergymen, the local business owners, or the individual families, everyone played a role in the longevity and determination of the movement.

During the 13-month Montgomery Bus Boycott, community leaders encouraged Montgomery "everyday residents" to continue the long walks to work and home. The churches provided respite and support each week, reminding people that their suffering was for a higher cause.
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HM NumberHM1PXW
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Marker Number4
Year Placed2015
Placed ByThe City of Montgomery
Marker ConditionNo reports yet
Date Added Friday, December 11th, 2015 at 5:01pm PST -08:00
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UTM (WGS84 Datum)16S E 563589 N 3581217
Decimal Degrees32.36610000, -86.32408333
Degrees and Decimal MinutesN 32° 21.966', W 86° 19.445'
Degrees, Minutes and Seconds32° 21' 57.96" N, 86° 19' 26.7" W
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Area Code(s)334
Which side of the road?Marker is on the right when traveling West
Closest Postal AddressAt or near 968 W Jeff Davis Ave, Montgomery AL 36108, US
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