Product Details: "Civil Rights Activists" T shirt. The fight for equality is still ongoing but there are some African American 'founding fathers' (and mothers) who helped paved the way for African Americans in our country.
Pictured from the left: MLK Jr., Dorothy Height, Diane Nash, and John Lewis.
MLK Jr. (1929-1968) Known as one of the most influential and transformative figures of our time. He was a Baptist minister and social activist who led the civil rights movement in the United States from the mid-1950s until his death by assassination in 1968.
Dorothy Height (1912-2010) Women’s rights activist, godmother of the civil rights movement. President of the National Council of Negro Women. “If you worry about who is going to get the credit you don’t get much work done.”
Diane Nash (1938-) Diane Judith Nash is a civil rights activist, a leader and strategist of the student wing of the Civil Rights Movement. Nash's campaigns were among the most successful of the era including the Freedom Rides and the Selma Voting Rights Campaign.
John Lewis (1940-2020) Inspired by MLK Jr, Lewis joined the civil rights movement as known as one of "The Big Six", and was a Freedom Rider, spoke at 1963's March on Washington and led the demonstration that became known as "Bloody Sunday." He was elected to Congress in 1986 and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011.
Comfortable and light, this premium fitted short sleeve is a classic choice. High quality print adds a statement to one's workout or everyday routine.
Fabric & Care:
100% combed ring-spun cotton (fiber content may vary for different colors)
Light fabric (4.3 oz/yd² (145 g/m²))
Premium fit
Machine Wash Cold and only non-chlorine Bleach when needed. Tumble dry low. Do not iron decoration.
Sizing & Fit:
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