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Marchers sing freedom songs to convey their message, elevate their spirits, and boost their collective courage.

The man with his head turned to the side is Calvin Farrington. Carol Brown is standing on the left clapping, wearing a light colored collared top. Next to her is Emma Gene Davis, wearing a printed dress. Maxine Mason is on the far right.

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Marchers sing freedom songs to convey their message, elevate their spirits, and boost their collective courage.

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Photograph by Jim Wallace.

Citation: Jim Wallace, “Marchers sing freedom songs to convey their message, elevate their spirits, and boost their collective courage.,” From the Rock Wall, accessed May 19, 2024, https://fromtherockwall.org/images/marchers-sing-freedom-songs-to-convey-their-message-elevate-their-spirits-and-boost-their-collective-courage.

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