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Contributions of Famous Americans

Contributions of Famous Americans. Abraham Lincoln . Abraham Lincoln contributions. 16 th President President that helped free African American slaves Wanted equality for ALL people. Rosa Parks. Rosa Parks contributions.

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Contributions of Famous Americans

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  1. Contributions of Famous Americans

  2. Abraham Lincoln

  3. Abraham Lincoln contributions • 16th President • President that helped free African American slaves • Wanted equality for ALL people

  4. Rosa Parks

  5. Rosa Parks contributions • African American woman who would not give up her seat on the front of the bus, which was required by law • Brought changes in laws and worked for ALL to have equal rights!

  6. Martin Luther King Jr.

  7. Martin Luther King Jr. Contributions • African American Minister • Led marches to bring changes in laws peacefully • Worked for equal rights for ALL people • “I have a dream” speech

  8. Cesar Chavez

  9. Cesar Chavez contribution • Mexican American • Worked to improve conditions for farm workers • Peaceful measures

  10. Thurgood Marshall

  11. Thurgood Marshall contributions • Lawyer • Defended people when not everyone had equal rights • First African American Justice of the Supreme court

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