Friday 31 October 2014

Viola...

Viola Desmond is an inspiration black woman who fought for the black rights and privileges. Her goal was to overcome segregation. Viola Desmond is seen as the Rosa Parks of Canada. Viola is an inspirational woman who made huge efforts to succeed in her career and in life.

Viola Desmond, was driving through New Glasgow, Nova Scotia on November 8th, 1946 when her car broke down. She decided to spend the night in New Glasgow, and decided to catch the 7:00 movie at the Roseland Theater. She purchased a ticket and proceeded to the main-floor seating area. Viola was unaware that The New Glasgow Theater prohibited black individuals from main floor seating. They had to sit up on the balcony seats. What happened next was incredible...

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