Freedom Riders in Montgomery, Alabama
Valda Harris Montgomery talked about the Freedom Riders' time in Montgomery, Alabama. Many of the riders hid in a safe house owned by civil… read more
Valda Harris Montgomery talked about the Freedom Riders' time in Montgomery, Alabama. Many of the riders hid in a safe house owned by civil rights activist Richard Harris while waiting to depart for Jackson, Mississippi. Valda Harris Montgomery is Mr. Harris' daughter. close
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