Fannie Lou Hamer was a significant figure in the Civil Rights Movement and her story is an important part of black history. She was arrested in 1963 for trying to register to vote, which was a difficult and dangerous thing for African Americans to do at the time. While she was in jail, she was beaten so severely that she suffered permanent physical damage. Despite the
violence and intimidation she faced, she continued to fight for voting rights and equality for African Americans.
Hamer was a co-founder of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, which challenged the all-white delegation that was representing Mississippi at the Democratic National Convention in 1964. She became a powerful voice for change, speaking out about the injustices she and other African Americans faced and inspiring others to take action.
Her legacy continues to inspire people to this day, and she is remembered for her courage, determination, and commitment to justice. During Black History Month, her life and her activism serve as a reminder of the long struggle for equality and the ongoing fight for justice for all people.
