Caroline LeCount
Caroline Rebecca Le Count (c. 1846 – January 24, 1923; often written as LeCount) was an American educator and civil rights activist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is often compared to later activist Rosa Parks for her early efforts to desegregate public transportation.
Caroline LeCount | |
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Born | Caroline Rebecca Le Count c. 1846 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Died | January 24, 1923 76–77) | (aged
Resting place | Eden Cemetery |
Education | Institute for Colored Youth |
Known for | Anti-segregation activism |
Partner | Octavius Catto (fiancé) |
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