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Sacred Ground: The Chicago Streets of Timuel Black

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Timuel Black was born in 1918 in Birmingham, Alabama. He grew up in a segregated South and witnessed firsthand the horrors of racism and discrimination. In the 1940s, he moved to Chicago and became involved in the civil rights movement, where he worked alongside Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and other leaders.

Sacred Ground: The Chicago Streets of Timuel Black

by Timuel D. Black

4.8 out of 5

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Sacred Ground is a powerful and moving memoir that chronicles Black's life and work. It is a testament to his lifelong commitment to fighting for justice and equality.

Early Life and Education

Timuel Black was born on July 8, 1918, in Birmingham, Alabama. His parents were sharecroppers, and he grew up in a poor and segregated community. Despite the challenges he faced, Black was a bright and ambitious young man. He attended Alabama State College, where he studied history and political science.

After graduating from college, Black moved to Chicago in search of better opportunities. He found work as a teacher and became involved in the civil rights movement. In the 1950s, he helped to found the Chicago Freedom Movement, which fought for desegregation and other reforms.

The Civil Rights Movement

Timuel Black was one of the most influential civil rights activists in American history. He worked alongside Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and other leaders to fight for justice and equality. Black was a gifted organizer and strategist, and he played a key role in many of the movement's most important victories.

In 1963, Black was arrested and jailed for his participation in the Birmingham campaign. He was released after several days, but the experience only strengthened his resolve. He continued to work for civil rights throughout the 1960s and 1970s, and he witnessed the passage of the Voting Rights Act and other landmark legislation.

Later Life and Legacy

Timuel Black continued to work for social justice throughout his life. He taught at the University of Chicago for many years, and he also served as a consultant to the Smithsonian Institution and other organizations. In 2005, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Timuel Black died on February 11, 2016, at the age of 97. He left behind a legacy of fighting for justice and equality. He was a true American hero.

Sacred Ground

Sacred Ground is a powerful and moving memoir that chronicles the life of Timuel Black. It is a testament to his lifelong commitment to fighting for justice and equality. Sacred Ground is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the civil rights movement and the history of the United States.

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Sacred Ground: The Chicago Streets of Timuel Black

by Timuel D. Black

4.8 out of 5