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Elizabeth Eckford made history at age 15. Here's the full story behind the iconic photo.

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Elizabeth Eckford , 15 , was the first black student to attend Central High School in Little Rock , Arkansas .

She faced an angry white mob and the Arkansas National Guard to prevent the students from integrating the school.

Eckford became a follower of the civil rights movement and began to understand how wrong she had been.

David Margolick has covered the story behind the iconic photo of the Little Rock Nine .

Both Eckford and Massery are still alive.

Massery cut off ties with Eckford after Eckford refused to pose with her for a final photo.

Both women's stories include many more details, which are worth reading.

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65

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67

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11

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informal

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English

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38

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likely offensive

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short-lived

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