Who was Walter Francis White?

The video discusses President Truman's Executive Order 9981, which desegregated the American military, and highlights the role of Walter Francis White, a key figure in the civil rights movement. White, who had a Caucasian appearance, used his unique position to investigate lynchings and expose racial injustices. His work in Elaine, Arkansas, revealed plans for a massacre, which he narrowly escaped. Despite the tragedy, White's efforts led to the Supreme Court condemning unfair trials. He later led the NAACP, advancing African American rights for 20 years.

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