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Georgia Stories

Georgia Stories
The Beat of Civil Rights
Albany, Georgia native Ruth Mae Harris was one of
many unknowns behind the Albany Movement.
The New Georgia Encyclopedia
The Albany Movement
An exhaustive article from Georgia's
most authoritative source for history.
Georgia Stories
Economics & Civil Rights
The Civil Rights Movement had
an important economic aspect.

The Albany Movement

A landmark Civil Rights event took place in Georgia during the Fall of 1961. The Albany Movement, led in part by the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., sought the end of segregation in Albany, Georgia.

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About Georgia Stories

This website supports the Georgia Social Studies curriculum for 8th grade students. And, it's for anyone interested in Georgia history. The site is coordinated with the excellent series Georgia Stories produced by Georgia Public Broadcasting Education. As you explore the site, you will discover many educational resources for each potential study topic. Bear in mind we are constantly adding content to the site. Check back often to see what new content may be of interest.