Kelly Alexander, Sr. becomes head of NC NAACP: 1948.
- He will hold this position until 1984.
- Alexander believes that no racial progress will occur until the courts are used to seek racial justice.
- Under his leadership, this state chapter petitions more school boards and brings forth more school desegregation lawsuits during the 1950s than any chapter in the United States.
Event Date:
1948
Event Type:
Modern Era Begins 1946-1959
Exhibit & Section:
Node Order:
150
Event Date Field:
Friday, December 22, 2017