T. R. M. Howard
T. R. M. Howard (1908–1976) was an American civil rights leader, entrepreneur, surgeon, fraternal organization leader, and planter in the Mississippi Delta. He was one of the mentors to activists such as Medgar Evers, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Jesse Jackson, and played a significant role in the investigation of the Emmett Till murder.
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Howard was born in 1908 in Murray, Kentucky. He attended the Rosenwald School, and later graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
Career[edit | edit source]
In 1942, Howard founded the Regional Council of Negro Leadership (RCNL), which became one of the most important civil rights organizations in the state of Mississippi. He also served as president of the National Medical Association and chief surgeon of the Taborian Hospital in Mound Bayou, Mississippi.
Civil rights activism[edit | edit source]
Howard played a crucial role in the civil rights movement, particularly in the investigation of the murder of Emmett Till. He also provided support to other activists, including Medgar Evers and Fannie Lou Hamer.
Death and legacy[edit | edit source]
Howard died in 1976. His contributions to the civil rights movement and his impact on activists such as Medgar Evers, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Jesse Jackson continue to be recognized today.
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