After arriving in Bayonne, Louisiana, during the civil rights movement's march to the state capital in February1962, a writer from New York was assigned to interview Jane Pittman, who had recently celebrated her 110th birthday. She recounts him her life tale, beginning with her earliest memories before slavery was abolished. Throughout her life, the challenges of Blacks in Bayonne are highlighted, with Jimmy serving as an impetus for them to continue their struggle.
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After arriving in Bayonne, Louisiana, during the civil rights movement's march to the state capital in February1962, a writer from New York was assigned to interview Jane Pittman, who had recently celebrated her 110th birthday. She recounts him her life tale, beginning with her earliest memories before slavery was abolished. Throughout her life, the challenges of Blacks in Bayonne are highlighted, with Jimmy serving as an impetus for them to continue their struggle.
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