1963: A Turning Point in Civil Rights

Lawrence Campbell was an eyewitness who participated in a massive struggle to attain equality and justice nationwide and in Danville, Virginia in 1963. The year 1963 was a monumental year and a turning point in civil rights history. What transpired in 1963, which was described as "the long, hot summer," has left an enduring impact that still resonates and is noted in his riveting historical saga, "1963 - A Turning Point in Civil Rights."

This is a powerful book regarding the area of civil rights. To hear first-hand accounts by someone I know personally was absolutely fascinating. It made me appreciate even more the sacrifices that were made on my behalf to be able to obtain and quality education, the right to be able to go into whatever retail store I desire, to eat at any restaurant, to live where I want to live is a blessing. However, it was due to the lives that were lost, and the blood that was shed on my behalf. Thank you Dr. Lawrence G. Campbell for fighting on my behalf.

—Gresha Lewis