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Alabama v. Hamilton and the Fight for Racial Equality

In 1963, courts often addressed white witnesses by their honorifics but used black witnesses’ first names. When Mary Hamilton refused to answer questions until addressed by her surname, she was jailed for contempt of court. A year later, the Supreme Court vacated her conviction. Explore the story behind Alabama v. Hamilton and its broader significance within the struggle for racial equality.











When: Mon., Feb. 26, 2018 at 6:30 pm
Where: New-York Historical Society
170 Central Park West
212-873-3400
Price: $38
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In 1963, courts often addressed white witnesses by their honorifics but used black witnesses’ first names. When Mary Hamilton refused to answer questions until addressed by her surname, she was jailed for contempt of court. A year later, the Supreme Court vacated her conviction. Explore the story behind Alabama v. Hamilton and its broader significance within the struggle for racial equality.

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