The Christian Science Monitor – Staff Writer
“As a girl in Kansas, Linda Brown’s father tried to enroll her in an all-white school in Topeka. He and several black families were turned away, sparking the Brown v. Board of Education case that challenged segregation in public schools. A 1954 decision by the US Supreme Court followed, striking down racial segregation in schools and cementing Ms. Brown’s place in history as a central figure in the landmark case. Funeral officials in Topeka said Brown died Sunday at age 75. A cause of death was not released. Arrangements were pending at Peaceful Rest Funeral Chapel.” (more)