Although not everyone involved in the Brown v. Board of Education case had a positive impact on desegregation, there were many important people who put their heart and soul into their work with determination to make this country equal for all citizens. The following individuals play a major role in desegregation in the United States. Together, the profiles of these individuals provide an intricate story about the struggle for desegregation and equal rights for all of mankind.

Rev. Oliver Brown was the lead plaintiff and father of Linda, who was forced to walk with her sister through a railroad switchyard, across a busy street and then take a bus 20 blocks to a school designated for African Americans. Earl Warren was the U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice from 1953-1969. It was his decision that “separate-but-equal” should be overturned. Choose a name from the drop down menu to read more about these individuals and their impact on Brown v. Board of Education.