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The March against Fear, 1966 In this picture, civil rights activist James Meredith is shot in the head, back, and neck by a sniper who ambushed Meredith when he led a March to spread awareness of racism. Here is Meredith's story: Meredith is a veteran air force pilot. He was the first black man to attend the University of Mississippi in 1962. He was initially accepted; however, when his race was discovered, he was denied entry. The US Court found that the university discriminated against Meredith, allowing him access to the facility. Meredith was escorted by police on his first day as there was a high threat level against Meredith by racists in the area. In 1966, Meredith participated in a March that he created called "March Against Fear," in which he was the only participant. The March would last 220 miles. He began his March on June 5, intending to spread awareness against racism and get African Americans to vote for politicians supporting their rights in the upcoming e...