Henry McNeal Turner was expelled from his seat in the Georgia state legislature in 1868 primarily due to his race and the political climate of the time. As an African American legislator, Turner faced significant opposition from white lawmakers who were opposed to Reconstruction efforts and the inclusion of Black individuals in government. His outspoken advocacy for civil rights and equality further fueled the hostility against him, ultimately leading to his expulsion. This event highlighted the racial tensions and challenges faced by African Americans during the Reconstruction era.
Henry McNeal Turner was expelled from his seat in the Georgia State Legislature in 1868 primarily due to his race and the prevailing racial prejudices of the time. As one of the first African American legislators, his election was met with resistance from white legislators who opposed Black political participation. His expulsion was part of a broader effort to suppress Black influence in government during the Reconstruction era. Ultimately, this action highlighted the challenges faced by African Americans in securing political rights and representation during this tumultuous period.
Henry McNeal Turner has written: 'Respect Black' -- subject(s): African Americans
he died in 1915
Henry Mcneal turner was born in South Carolina in 1834. Although Born free he was forced to work along side field slaves in the local cotton plantation learn to read and write and when he was a teenager he was a peacher
he died in1915 in windsor ontario
Henry Mcneal Turner's was Eliza Peacher - the daughter of a wealthy African American house builder in Columbia, South Carolina. They had fourteen children, only four of whom survived into adulthood.
Henry McNeal Turner
Georgia Turner was born in 1921.
Georgia Turner died in 1969.
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Brianne Turner was born on August 1, 1983, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.