An Introduction to Morgan v. Hennigan
Making Connections
About this Activity
- Created by:National Archives Volunteer
- Historical Era:Contemporary United States (1968 to the present)
- Thinking Skill:Historical Analysis & Interpretation
- Bloom's Taxonomy:Understanding
- Grade Level:High School
The case Morgan v. Hennigan was one of the most powerful examples of Civil Rights struggles that existed in cities in the north. The use of busing, idea of “de facto” discrimination, and divisions and integration seen in the city of Boston are all part of the struggle for equality that would permeate major cities across the United States. This activity is designed to give students an introduction to these themes and challenge their traditional views of Civil Rights. Students will learn about the case Morgan v. Hennigan through document analysis.
https://docsteach.org/activities/student/an-introduction-to-morgan-v-henniganDocuments in this activity
- Chronology Stipulation
- Report of Incidents of Intimidation of Teachers during Desegregation
- Letter Assistant Corporation Counsel for Boston, to Judge Garrity
- Letter to Boston Public Schools Superintendent Leary
- Letter from State Representative Flynn to Judge W. Arthur Garrity
- Letter Responding to Phase II of the School Desegregation Plan
- Memorandum of the United States Regarding Deployment of United States Marshals in Boston Public Schools
- Memorandum Regarding Deployment of Police for South Boston
- Memorandum on the Inadvisability of the Use of National Guard Forces
- Order of Substitution
- Plaintiff's Brief on Neighborhood Schools
- Plaintiff's Second Motion to Impound
- Complaint in Tallulah Morgan et al. v. James W. Hennigan et al.
- Teachers Union's Request for Discussion of and Reports on Intramural Security, Race And Community Relations
- Western Union Mailgram Sent to Governor Francis Sargent