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Plessy vs Ferguson

Who was involved? Think about the people or groups who were involved and affected by this event.
Homer Plessy and the supreme court

What happened? Summarize the event!
Plessy refused to sit in a designated “colored”railway car,leading to his arrest and a legal challenge against segregation laws.
Where did the event take place?
The case originated in Louisiana but its impact extended nationally in the United states.
When did the event take place?
1896
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?


8th grade leavel

This event, Plessy v. Ferguson, was important to Georgia's history because it established the legal doctrine of "separate but equal," which allowed for racial segregation in public facilities. This decision influenced and upheld segregation laws in Georgia and other Southern states, leading to the implementation of Jim Crow laws and the continued oppression and discrimination of African Americans. This event played a significant role in shaping the racial dynamics and inequalities in Georgia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.