Category:People from Selma, Alabama
Selma is a city in Dallas County, Alabama, located along the Alabama River in the central part of the state. Founded in 1820, the city became an important cotton trading center and river port in the antebellum period, later serving as a Confederate stronghold during the Civil War due to its munitions manufacturing capabilities. Selma gained national prominence during the 1960s civil rights movement, particularly as the starting point for the historic 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches that helped secure passage of the Voting Rights Act.
The city's economy has historically been supported by agriculture, manufacturing, and government services, with notable employers including aerospace and automotive parts manufacturers. Selma is also home to several educational institutions, including Selma University, a historically black university founded in 1878. The city's role in American civil rights history, combined with its industrial heritage and educational institutions, has produced individuals who have made significant contributions to politics, education, business, and social justice.
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Pages in category "People from Selma, Alabama"
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