

SYMHC Classics: Mendez v Westminster
Sep 14, 2024
Discover the groundbreaking Mendez v. Westminster case that challenged school segregation for Mexican-American students in the 1940s. Learn about the historical context of segregation in the U.S. and the struggles faced by the Mendez family. This legal battle not only fought for educational equality but also laid the groundwork for the famous Brown v. Board of Education. Explore the resilience and resistance of a community determined to overcome discrimination and fight for their rights.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Segregation: The Mendez v. Westminster Case
02:33 • 4min
Struggles and Segregation: Mexican Heritage in America
07:00 • 10min
Segregation and the Mendez Legacy
16:56 • 5min
Resilience and Resistance
21:37 • 7min
Mendez v. Westminster: A Fight for Equality
28:27 • 5min
Mendez v. Westminster: A Landmark Case
33:03 • 7min
The Legacy of Mendez v. Westminster
40:18 • 6min