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Birth
Ruby Bridges is born in Tylertown, MS. -
The Move
Bridges' parents moverd form MIssissippi to Louisianna in hopes of a better life -
Special Test
Ruby Bridges was chosen to take a test that determines whether or nnot she could attend an all-white school. Bridges was one od six children to pass the test. -
Integration
Bridges integrates William Frantz Public School. She is the first African American to attend an all-white school. She is escorted by federal marshals. -
A Painting
Inspired by the Ruby Bridges' story, Norman Rockwell painted "The Problem We Must All Live With" in her honor. -
Marriage
Bridges marries Malcolm Hall. -
Children's Book
Rbert Cole published a Children's Book in Ruby Bridges Honor -
Reunited
Ruby Bridges and Barbara Henry are reunited for the first time after 35 years on the Oprah Winfrey Show. -
Film
Disney produced a movie depicting Ruby Bridges imprint on society. -
Biography
Ruby Bridges publishes an autobiography of her life called "Through My Eyes". -
Foundation
Ruby Bridges established The Ruby Bridges Foundation. -
Honorary Deputy
Ruby is honored by the US Marshals and given the titile of honorary deputy for her bravery as a child. -
Children's Musuem
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis unveiled a new exhibition documenting Bridges' life. -
Honor
Ruby meets the president Obama and reviews the paintings created in her honor. In 2012 she was given an honorary degree from Tulane University.
