The Inspiring Story of Rosa Parks: A Champion of Civil Rights
Rosa Parks, born in Alabama in 1912, made history by refusing to give up her bus seat to a white person, sparking the Montgomery bus boycott that lasted 381 days. Her bravery, strength, and refusal to back down led to significant accomplishments, such as earning the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1996. Despite facing arrest and jail time, Rosa Parks stood firm in her fight against racial discrimination.
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Rosa Parks BY EVY CITRONER
Early life Born in Alabama in 1912 Her school was for African Americans It was just one room
Whatisshefamous for Rasa was told to get out of the seat so the white person could sit dawn and Rosa said no She started the Montgomery bus boycott It lasted 381 days
Character traits with support Strong -she refused to give up her seat Smart -she did not give up her seat Brave -willing to get arrested for not giving up her seat.
Major accomplishments She earned the presidential medal of freedom 1996 December 1, 1955 parks refused to give up her seat. She started Montgomery city bus boycott.
Interesting facts She was arrested, jailed and fined because she would not give up her seat on the bus.
