Harris, Duchess. Freedom's promise

"In 1931, nine black teenagers were arrested in Alabama. The young men were accused of crimes they did not commit, including rape. This unjust arrest led to years of imprisonment and trials for the young men, who were known as the Scottsboro Boys. The Scottsboro Boys examines their legacy and how their trials shaped the criminal justice system" --

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A letter from Duchess -- Wrongly accused -- A white man's train -- On trial for their lives -- Appeals trials -- Echos of Scottsboro. Fast facts -- Stop and think -- Glossary -- Online resources -- Learn more -- About the authors -- Index