Oliver Hill (attorney)
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Oliver White Hill, Sr. (May 1, 1907 – August 5, 2007) was an American civil rights attorney from Richmond, Virginia.[1] His work against racial discrimination helped end the doctrine of "separate but equal." He also helped win landmark legal decisions involving equality in pay for black teachers, access to school buses, voting rights, jury selection, and employment protection. He retired in 1998 after practicing law for almost 60 years. Among his numerous awards was the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which U.S. President Bill Clinton awarded him in 1999.
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Oliver White Hill, Sr. | |
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Born | (1907-05-01)May 1, 1907 Richmond, Virginia, United States |
Died | August 5, 2007(2007-08-05) (aged 100) Richmond, Virginia, US |
Education | Howard University (BA, LLB) |
Occupation | Civil rights attorney |
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