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Who was Ora Washington? The southern farm girl who wanted more. This episode contains some outdated language that may offend.
Who was Ora Washington? The southern farm girl who wanted more. But recognition came too late – why was the guest of honour at a star-studded event missing? Ora was a brilliant tennis and basketball player who fought to make her name in racially segregated America. We find out about her early life in Virginia. Please note, this episode contains some outdated language that may offend. #UntoldLegends
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Untold Legends
Ora Washington: You might know her name, were it not for the colour of her skin