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Gregory was a part of which prominent civil rights event?

  • Montgomery Bus Boycott

  • Selma Marches

  • Freedom Rides

  • March on Washington

Answer

In August 1963, Gregory became a significant figure in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement. Alongside Martin Luther King Jr., he played a crucial role in organizing and leading this historic demonstration, which drew over 200,000 participants and culminated in King's iconic "I Have a Dream" speech.
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