Esau Jenkins' 1966 Volkswagen Microbus - Civil Right Artifact
Every month is Black History Month
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Esau and Janie Jenkins dedicated themselves to improving the lives of Black residents on Johns Island, South Carolina. Esau Jenkins purchased this Volkswagen van around 1967, and the couple used it in much of their work. The van's rugged character is a tribute to the selfless service of Esau and Janie Jenkins - and a testament to the long road toward equal rights.
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