100th anniversary event at Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta unveils the 9th historical marker on the Georgia Civil Rights Trail.

Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta celebrated its 100th anniversary with the unveiling of a historical marker, now the 9th on the Georgia Civil Rights Trail. Opened in 1924 as the first public high school for Black students, it boasts notable alumni, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Maynard Jackson. The dedication featured remarks by Dr. Erica Washington McDonald, emphasizing the school's legacy in civil rights history.

October 29, 2024
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