Viola Ford Fletcher, one of the last 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre survivors, dies age 111
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- Viola Ford Fletcher, one of the last known survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, has passed away at the age of 111 in a Tulsa hospital, surrounded by her family. Fletcher was a prominent advocate for justice for the Black community affected by the massacre, which resulted in significant loss of life and property in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
- Her death marks the loss of a vital voice in the ongoing struggle for recognition and reparations for the victims of the Tulsa Race Massacre, an event that has long been overshadowed in American history. Fletcher's advocacy brought attention to the injustices faced by her community.
- The passing of Fletcher highlights the importance of remembering historical injustices and the need for continued dialogue about racial equity and reparations. The legacy of the Tulsa Race Massacre remains a critical issue, reflecting broader themes of systemic racism and the fight for civil rights in the United States.
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