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How many people came to the Lincoln Memorial when Marian Anderson sang?
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On April 9, 1939, Marian Anderson sang before an estimated crowd of 75,000. Her performance was carried live across America on radio as well.
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What was a great accomplishment for Marian Anderson?
singing at the Lincoln Memorial steps in 1939 for 75000 people including the president ( Teddy Roosevelt)
What adversities did Marian Anderson face?
One adversity she faced was when Elenor Roosevelt signed her up to sing in front of the Lincoln Memorial. A bunch of people said that she shouldn't sing there.
Who was the opre singer that gave a concert in front of the Lincoln memerial?
The name of the opera singer who gace a concert performance in front of the Lincoln Memorial was Marian Anderson. This event occured on April 9, 1939 on Easter Sunday and was attended by 75,000 people.
Why was Marian aderson's concert at the Lincoln Memorial such a historic event?
Since she was rejected everywhere, including Lincoln Memorial because she was an African-American, Ms. Roosevelt hersel quit the DAR and allowed her to have a free, open-air concert at the Lincoln Memorial where 75,000 people attended on an Easter Sunday.
How did Marian Anderson influence people?
Marian Anderson was the first black American to perform in the mepotliatian opera. Also she fought for what she believed in.
Who helped Marian Anderson to become famous?
Marian Anderson first became widely recognized as a black artist trying to overcome racial oppression when the Daughters of the American Revolution refused to let her sing in front of a mixed audience at Constitution Hall in 1939. Later that year, with help from President Franklin D. Roosevelt and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, Anderson performed a concert on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial for 75,000 people and millions of radio listeners on Easter Sunday.
Did Marian Anderson have grandparents?
Marian Anderson has grandparents. One set of them is Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Anderson who were among the first freed black people to settle in Pennsylvania.
Is there a treasure in the Lincoln Memorial?
people do belive their is treasure in the lincoln memorial.
When did Marian Anderson join the choir?
She joined her church's choir at the age of 6 on her birthday. She joined i believe it was called the People's Choir in her mid teens.
How many people did it take to build Lincoln Memorial?
It took 3,600 people to built the Lincoln memorial
How did Marian Anderson inspire people?
She broke the Opera color barriar
Who are the famous people who sung at the Metropolitan Opera house?
Marian Anderson
