AS History Significant Events:James Meredith & University of Mississippi

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When did the event take place?
1962
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In 1962 who attempted to become the first black student at the university of Mississippi?
James Meredith
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Who refused to allow James Meredith to enrol?
Ross Barnett
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Who was Ross Barnett?
The governor of Mississippi
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Which court supported James Meredith?
The Supreme Court
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Which President supported James Meredith?
President Kennedy
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When Meredith arrived on campus what happened?
He faced a mob of violent protestors
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In the end what did Meredith graduate with a degree in?
Political science
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In 1962 who attempted to become the first black student at the university of Mississippi?

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James Meredith

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Who refused to allow James Meredith to enrol?

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Who was Ross Barnett?

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Which court supported James Meredith?

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