Tessie Prevost, One of the 'New Orleans Four' Who Desegregated Schools in 1960, Dies at 69.

Tessie Prevost, one of the "New Orleans Four" who desegregated schools in 1960, has passed away at the age of 69. On the first day of integration, Tessie and her classmates faced violence and hostility from a waiting mob. Despite the barriers they faced, Tessie and the other three girls made history by desegregating formerly all-white schools. Their journey was marked by threats, violence, and trauma, but they persevered and made a lasting impact on the civil rights movement. Tessie's story has recently gained renewed attention, and she will be remembered for her courage and contribution to the fight for equality. [Extracted from the article]