Statue of James Meredith, Civil rights monument at University of Mississippi, US.
The bronze statue depicts James Meredith striding forward near a limestone portal with inscriptions of courage, knowledge, opportunity, and perseverance.
In 1962, federal troops protected James Meredith as he became the first African American student at the University of Mississippi amid violent protests.
The monument represents the integration milestone at the University of Mississippi and stands as a symbol of educational access for all students.
Located on the Oxford campus, the statue includes a plaque detailing Meredith's role in opening higher education opportunities in Mississippi and the South.
Following a 2014 vandalism incident involving a noose and flag, the university strengthened security measures and implemented new educational programs about civil rights.
Location: Oxford
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 34.36519,-89.53664
Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:51
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