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Memories of pivotal moments from "summary" of Rosa Parks My Story by Rosa Parks,Haskins Parks
Throughout my lifetime, there have been moments that stand out above all others - moments that have shaped the course of history and left an indelible mark on my memory. These pivotal moments are etched in my mind, forever guiding my actions and shaping my beliefs. One such moment occurred on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, on December 1, 1955. As I sat in my seat, a white man demanded that I give up my place and move to the back of the bus. In that moment, I made a decision that would change the course of my life and ignite a movement that would eventually lead to the end of segregation. Another pivotal moment came when I was arrested for refusing to give up my seat on the bus. As I was taken into custody, I knew that I was standing up not just for myself, but for all African Americans who had been t...
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