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Prince Albert Ewing

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Prince Albert Ewing (1849–1921) was one of Tennessee's first Black lawyers, a pioneering African American attorney and civil rights advocate in Tennessee.[1] Born into slavery, Ewing became one of the first Black lawyers in the state, a notable achievement during a time of extreme racial segregation. He was part of a significant legal legacy alongside his twin brother, Taylor G. Ewing, who was also an influential civil rights lawyer.[2]

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Ewing's career was not only groundbreaking in terms of legal practice, but it also positioned him as a key figure in the early civil rights struggles of the post-Civil War South. Together with his brother, he played a crucial role in advocating for African American rights, including efforts to challenge discriminatory laws and practices. Their law office in Nashville became a focal point for African American legal action.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "FamilySearch.org". ancestors.familysearch.org. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  2. ^ Ewing, David. "On Juneteenth, Nashville and our nation honor the formerly enslaved | Opinion". The Tennessean. Retrieved 2024-12-04.
  3. ^ "David Ewing's Biography". The HistoryMakers. Retrieved 2024-12-03.