James H. Meredith Statue and Plaque, Statue

Full Title:

James H. Meredith Statue and Plaque at the University of Mississippi

Excerpt:

James H. Meredith, a Mississippi native of Kosciusko, stepped into the pages of history on October 1, 1962 when he opened the doors to higher education at the University of Mississippi and in the South. As a major figure in the American civil rights movement, he helped lead the way to justice and equality for all citizens. 

Source Citation:

University of Mississippi. 2012. James H. Meredith Statue. Photograph.