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Why was the Edmund Pettus bridge important to the civil rights movement?
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What happened on Edmund pettus bridge?
people march
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The battle of Stamford Bridge is important to English history because if Harald Hardrada had beaten the king of England, Harold Godwinson, we would all be speaking Norse as Harald's army were Vikings. It is also important as Harald may have run the country differently and it may be very different today.
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What happened on Edmund pettus bridge?
people march
Why was a bridge named after Edmund Pettis?
well, Edmund pettus was a Confederate general during the Civil War, and was a Senator from Alabama after the war. It was named in his honor. Not sure if that totally answers the question, but that's who Edmund pettus was.
Who built the Edmund Pettus Bridge?
The Edmund Pettus bridge was built by TA Loving Company from Goldsboro, North Carolina in 1940. The company is still active today in the building industry with specific regards to utilities and heavy civil construction.
What name was given to the first of the confrontations on the Edmund Pettus Bridge during the march on Selma.?
"bloody Sunday"
What name was given to the first of the confrontations on the Edmund pettus bridge during march on selma?
"bloody Sunday"
What name was given to the first of the confrontations on the Edmund Pettus Bridge during the march on Selma?
"bloody Sunday"
Which current US congressman was once beaten by state troopers on the Edmund Pettus bridge during a march in Alabama in 1965?
John Lewis
What Alabama city is the Edmund Pettis Bridge?
If you're asking, "what Alabama city is the Edmund Pettis Bridge located"? The answer is Selma, Alabama.
What has the author Edmund C Hambly written?
Edmund C. Hambly has written: 'Bridge foundations and substructures' -- subject(s): Bridges, Foundations and piers
Why is the Brooklyn bridge known well?
The Brooklyn Bridge is an important bridge in an important city; it is perfectly logical for it to become well known.
What Alabama city saw state troopers attack Civil Rights marchers on Edmund Pettis Bridge?
Selma
What is the most important part of an arched bridge?
the keystone is the most important part of an arched bridge. :]
