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Ruby Bridges was born on 1954 on September 8 in Mississippi on a farm.
When Ruby was little she attended an all white school a few blocks away from her house. When ruby got to school she was surrounded by Federal Marshals they would threaten her and her family. Also Ruby was supported by other races in her neighborhood.
The first school that Ruby went to was William Frantz Elementary School and she also went to Tulane University .
Ruby's mother was Lucille Bridges. Ruby's father was Abon Bridges. Also Ruby had 3 sons . The first one was named Craig Hall .Her second son was named Sean Hall. Ruby's last son was named Cristopher Hall.
Ruby's career was being a travel agent .
Ruby was the first African American to enter an all white school. she helped stop segregation because she knew that it was wrong.