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Great Colorado Women

Episode 4 - Carlotta LaNier

Great Colorado Women draws on the historic, scientific, cultural, public policy, education, agriculture, healthcare, and social justice accomplishments of the women in the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame.

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Episode 4 - Carlotta LaNier

Season 2020 Episode 4 | 26m 41s | CC

A Civil Rights Pioneer since Age 14, Carlotta LaNier and eight other black students made American history. They integrated Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, where they endured physical and psychological torment. Carlotta has become known nationally and internationally as a civil rights pioneer and leader. A highly successful business-woman and respected realtor.

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