The event was one of many sit-ins to occur throughout the civil rights movement in the 1960s and was essential to helping desegregate the city of Richmond.
The Supreme Court's attitude towards sit-ins was uncertain before the 34s' appeal but decided in 1963 to grant a GVR, in essence repealing the 34s' convictions.
[5] The protestors were found innocent of their crimes, in another major victory for Civil Rights in the United States.
[2] The economic impact on downtown business was difficult to manage for the store owners so, very quietly, they decided to integrate all of the main floor lunch counters.
"[8] In 1963, William Thalhimer Jr., was asked by President John F. Kennedy to come to Washington to consult with him before he sent his civil rights bill to congress.
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