jan 1, 1960 - Greensboro Sit Ins
Description:
- Four college (university) students sat at 'whites only' diner counter and were not served.- Students refused to leave until served. Returned day after day and sat at counter.
- When arrested, new students arrived
- After months of sit ins, diner changed its policy of serving African-Americans at the counter
Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1960
Now
~ 65 years ago