The Most Important Civil Rights Decision in the History of America: Brown vs. The Board of Education of Topeka A Documentary Video as Seen on Public Television

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We conclude that in the field of public education the doctrine of 'separate but equal' has no place." With these words, the Supreme Court of the United States of America prohibited segregation in public schools and set in place the foundation for progress toward equal rights for all Americans. In Pursuit of Freedom and Equality is a dramatic documentary video that chronicles the people and events surrounding the most important civil rights decision in U.S. history. No understanding of black history or civil rights can begin without a thorough knowledge of the historical setting and personal struggle that compelled the participants of Brown vs. Board to risk their lives to further the cause of equal educational opportunity.

About the Video In Pursuit of Freedom and Equality: The Story of Brown Vs. The Board of Education of Topeka This superior quality production is a contemporary, engaging treatment of a momentous historic event. The complete package includes: 27 Minute Video Teacher's Guide In-Class Activities and Discussion Guide Suggestions for Further Study

About the Producers In Pursuit of Freedom and Equality was written and directed by internationally acclaimed Opus Communications, recipients of the Gold Camera Award of the International Film and Video Festival. Produced in cooperation with The Brown Foundation for Educational Excellence, Equity, and Research and the National Park Service.

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