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Today in history: May 14: In 1961, Freedom Riders were attacked by violent mobs in Anniston and Birmingham, Alabama.
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Today in history: May 14: In 1961, Freedom Riders were attacked by violent mobs in Anniston and Birmingham, Alabama.
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Today in history: May 14: In 1961, Freedom Riders were attacked by violent mobs in Anniston and Birmingham, Alabama.
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- Victims identified: co-captain of the Harriet II and dock employee Damien Pickett, a Black male.
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