On This Day, Oct. 2: In 1967, Thurgood Marshall became the first Black Supreme Court justice.
On October 2, 1967, Thurgood Marshall was sworn in as an associate justice of the Supreme Court, making him the first Black justice in U.S. history. He was appointed by President Lyndon B. Johnson and took the oath of office in a ceremony that marked a significant moment in American civil rights history. Marshall had previously been a prominent civil rights lawyer with the NAACP.
Thurgood Marshall became the first Black Supreme Court justice in 1967, appointed by President Johnson. He had a long history of fighting for civil rights and was sworn in during a ceremony at the Supreme Court.
This event was a major milestone in the fight for racial equality in the United States, showing progress in representation and the legal system's evolving role in protecting civil rights.
This story highlights a moment of progress and representation, offering a reminder of how individual efforts can lead to meaningful change in society. It reflects the ongoing journey toward equality and justice.
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