About the people
Who were the original 7 people?
John Lewis, Genevieve Hughes, Mae Frances Moultrie, Joseph Perkins, Charles Person, and Ivor Moore, William E., and James Farmer
What did they do?
they took bus trips through the American South in 1961 to protest segregated bus terminals.
How long was the first freedom ride?
15-days
How many people were there?
By one estimate, there were more than 436 riders from May until November of 1961.
What was the outcome of the freedom rides?
convincing the Federal Government to enforce federal law for the integration of interstate travel
Why did the freedom rides go to jail?
those who attempted to use the whites-only facilities were arrested for trespassing and taken to the maximum-security penitentiary in Parchman, Mississippi.
Who led the freedom riders?
James Farmer
What did freedom rides fight for?
challenge segregation on interstate buses and bus terminals.
What were the first freedom riders called?
the Journey of Reconciliation
Who are the freedom riders?
groups of white and African American civil rights activists who participated in Freedom Rides
When did it take place?
May 4, 1961
Who was the most famous freedom rider?
James Farmer
Why were the freedom riders so important?
attracted the attention of the Kennedy Administration
How did the first Freedom Ride end?
Were the freedom riders violent ?
The Freedom Riders were able to remain nonviolent when their lives were in danger