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may 18, 1896 - Plessy v Ferguson

Description:

This case upheld the segregation in public facilities as long as they are "separate but equal".

Petitoner: Homer Plessy
Respondent: John Ferguson

Louisiana

Cause: Separate Car Act

Effect: Cemented "Separate but Equal" idea

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