Viola Desmond's Impact on Racial Segregation Laws in Canada
Hi! I am Viola Desmond and this is my story !
Ch.1 - The History of Viola Desmond
With that I went on to lead a successful career in beauty as a beautician, opened up my own salon, and mentored young black women in my community
I was raised with strong parents and because of that I gained a strong work ethic.
Ch.1 - The History of Viola Desmond
Unfortunately, during the time i was born not everyone was treated equally and there were unofficial segregation laws
WHITES ONLY RULE
Viola Desmond born July 6, 1914, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada—died February 7, 1965, New York, New York, U.S. A business women, a mentor, and an Activist.
Ch.1 - The History of Viola Desmond
I was a victim to these laws when I took a break to watch a movie at the Roseland Theatre after my car broke down
The story of Viola Desmond is a story that changed our nations racial segregation history
Ch.1 - The History of Viola Desmond
Much to my surprise I was confronted by anmanager for siting in the wrong place after a white man complained I stole his seat. I of course refused as I believe that I had a right. The police was called shortly to come arrest me
These unofficial laws unknowingly to Viola would change the rest of her life
Ch.1 - The History of Viola Desmond
I was a victim of police brutality and a wrongful arrest
... the evening of November 8, 1946
whites only row
Desmond was confronted by the manager, Henry MacNeil, who argued that the theatre had the right to “refuse admission to any objectionable person.
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She was dragged out the theatre injuring her hip and knee
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