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Today in History: University of Georgia students riot against integration

1/11/2025

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On this day, students at the University of Georgia rioted to block the enrollment of two African American students, reflecting the intense racial tensions of the era. Founded in 1785, the University of Georgia is the oldest public university in the United States, highlighting the deep-rooted challenges in achieving racial integration in education.

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On this day, students at the University of Georgia rioted to block the enrollment of two African American students, reflecting the intense racial tensions of the era. Founded in 1785, the University of Georgia is the oldest public university in the United States, highlighting the deep-rooted challenges in achieving racial integration in education.