... able to create an organization known for its activism and militancy towards segregation and equality. The Elks' resources allowed for further leverage to expand their mission for civil rights. Hobson Reynolds, a black mason, told the grand lodge session their civil liberties department was " more determined than ever to wage a relentless fight against the forces of discrimination, segregation and prejudices" ... ...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

... been maneuvering around each other in Pennsylvania, met by chance in Gettysburg . The first day brought fierce fighting and significant losses were sustained on both sides, including Union General John Reynolds, who died in the first few hours of battle and had been considered by many to be more qualified than Meade . The Confederacy displayed far superior war tactics, but several ... ...

• Word Count: 2217
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• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate