The Little Rock Nine were a group of nine African American students who were the first to integrate Little Rock Central High School in Arkansas in 1957. Their enrollment sparked a major national controversy and led to violent protests, including the intervention of the National Guard. The event highlighted the deep-seated racism and resistance to desegregation in the South and served as a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement. The bravery and perseverance of the Little Rock Nine ultimately helped pave the way for greater equality and integration in education and society.
