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18. Dorothy Counts Joins an All-White School

For many years, segregation was the law of the land in the United States. Then, finally, it was deemed unconstitutional and everyone was free to go wherever they wanted. Upon the newest ruling from congress, Dorothy Counts became the first black person to attend Harding High School in Charlotte, North Carolina, a previously all-white school.

Unfortunately, Dorothy had to drop out of school only 4 days later because she was constantly being insulted and intimidated by her fellow students.