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Historical Figure
Ida B. Wells
1862 – 1931
Ida B. Wells was a pioneering journalist, educator, and civil rights activist who played a crucial role in the fight against lynching in the United States. She co-founded the NAACP and was instrumental in advocating for women's suffrage and social justice through her writings and public speaking. Her fearless reporting and commitment to truth laid the groundwork for future generations in the struggle for civil rights.
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Unit 7
Unit 4.5
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