Mary Ann Smith Wilson - Freedom Rider

Mary Ann Smith Wilson was part of a group of 4 people who were arrested at Atlanta's train station after completing their Freedom Ride to Birmingham on the train. They attempted to order food in the white restaurant there and ended up in jail. She also told us how her famous sister, Ruby Doris Smith - Robinson, became involved in the Freedom Rides.

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Education

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• Freedom Riders
• Mary Ann Smith
• Civil Rights
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• History
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