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Prince Edward Students in Classroom, September 10, 1963
(WDBJ Television, Roanoke, VA)

Black students recited the Pledge of Allegiance and participated in academic drills led by a black teacher. A white leader said he had "complete confidence" in the U.S. Supreme Court and in the courts of Virginia to finalize the issue of school desegregation. According to the speaker, lawyers informed him that the desegregation issue would be settled well in advance of August 31, 1964.
About the film
  • Date: 1963
  • Sound: Yes
  • Duration: 01:15
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