George Melvin Richardson: Taking a Stand
George Melvin Richardson (1913-2015) was an African-American educator, school principal, WW II U.S. Army officer, and civic leader.
John Robinson: Taking a Stand
A dedicated community activist who chose to stay and work in the Green Valley neighborhood where he was born and grew up.
Kathryn Stone: Speaking Out
Kathryn Stone was one of a small minority of voices in Virginia that courageously fought against the state’s policy of “massive resistance” to school desegregation.
Leonard “Doc” Muse: Taking a Stand
Leonard “Doc” Muse (1923-2017), was an African-American pharmacist and social activist, and the owner of Green Valley Pharmacy.
Fire Station #8: Taking a Stand
Hall’s Hill Volunteer Fire Department
Charles Rinker: Speaking Out
“Tireless proponent for fair and affordable housing in Arlington County.”
Portia Haskins: Taking a Stand
In 1965, Portia Haskins filed suit against the Virginia Board of Elections and the Arlington County general registrar to fight for the right to vote.
Dr. Roland Bruner: Taking a Stand
“He provided free medical services to the most disadvantaged in Arlington…”
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