SHREVEPORT, La. - A replicate of one of the civil rights marches in Shreveport was held Sunday afternoon to honor the late civil rights leaders, Rev. Harry Blake Sr. and
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This week, the Louisiana Office of Tourism introduced the first three life-sized markers along the inaugural Louisiana Civil Rights Trail with one sculpture unveiled in Shreveport.
The Louisiana Civil Rights Trail tells the real-life stories of the civil rights era and pays homage to the trailblazers who played a significant role in advancing the movement during the 1950s and 60s. The markers are installed at the sites of historical landmarks and events throughout the state.
The first marker was unveiled at Dooky Chase’s Restaurant in New Orleans. The longstanding eatery was a meeting place for people of all races to discuss civil rights issues and strategies. Leah Chase, owner and chef, welcomed the activists and often served her Louisianan cuisine at the meetings and to jailed demonstrators.