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Daisy Bates…(: *Civil Rights Leader*. By: Sammie. Birth & Birthplace:. She was born on November 11 th , 1914 in Huttig, Arkansas. Childhood:. Her childhood most likely fueled her to become an activist. Her mother was killed when she put up a fight against being raped by three white men.
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Daisy Bates…(:*Civil Rights Leader* By: Sammie
Birth & Birthplace: • She was born on November 11th, 1914 in Huttig, Arkansas.
Childhood: • Her childhood most likely fueled her to become an activist. Her mother was killed when she put up a fight against being raped by three white men. • Bates took her anger not out on anyone, but on a right for change.
Important facts… • The identity of Daisy Bates parents has not been discovered. • Before the age of 7, she was taken in as a foster child. • At the age of 15, she met her future husband, L. C. Bates. • In 1957, she encouraged nine black students, including herself, to enroll into a white school which was a very big step. • This led to national and international recognition for their courage and persistence to fight for what they believed in.