Freedom Summer

In 1964, Joe is pleased that a new law will allow his best friend John Henry, who is colored, to share the town pool and... (more)

In 1964, Joe is pleased that a new law will allow his best friend John Henry, who is colored, to share the town pool and other public places with him, but he is dismayed to find that prejudice still exists. (less)

In the hot and deadly summer of 1964, the nation could not turn away from Mississippi. Over ten memorable weeks known as... (more)

In the hot and deadly summer of 1964, the nation could not turn away from Mississippi. Over ten memorable weeks known as Freedom Summer, more than 700 student volunteers joined with organizers and local African Americans in a historic effort to shatter the foundations of white supremacy in one of the nation's most segregated states, even in the face of intimidation, physical violence, and death. (less)