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Alexander Pierre Tureaud (February 26, 1899 – January 22, 1972) was a prominent African-American civil rights attorney in Louisiana. He played a significant role in the fight against racial segregation and discrimination in the United States, particularly in the state of Louisiana.

Early Life and Education[edit]

A. P. Tureaud was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, to a family of Creole descent. He attended local schools and later pursued higher education at Howard University, where he earned his law degree in 1925. Tureaud was deeply influenced by the civil rights movement and the legal strategies employed by the NAACP to combat racial injustice.

Legal Career[edit]

Tureaud returned to Louisiana after completing his education and began practicing law in New Orleans. He became the lead attorney for the NAACP in Louisiana and was involved in numerous landmark cases challenging segregation and discrimination.

Notable Cases[edit]

One of Tureaud's most significant cases was Bush v. Orleans Parish School Board, which was instrumental in the desegregation of public schools in New Orleans following the Brown v. Board of Education decision. Tureaud also worked on cases that challenged the "separate but equal" doctrine in public transportation and other public facilities.

Legacy[edit]

A. P. Tureaud's work laid the groundwork for the civil rights advancements that followed in the 1960s. His dedication to justice and equality helped dismantle many of the legal barriers that upheld racial segregation in the South. Tureaud's legacy is remembered through various honors, including the naming of the A. P. Tureaud Sr. House, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Also see[edit]

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+{{Infobox person
+| name = A. P. Tureaud
+| image = AP Tureaud Sr House.JPG
+| caption = A. P. Tureaud Sr. House
+| birth_date = February 26, 1899
+| birth_place = New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
+| death_date = January 22, 1972
+| death_place = New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
+| occupation = Civil Rights Attorney
+}}
-'''Alexander Pierre Tureaud''' (February 26, 1899 – January 22, 1972) was a prominent African American civil rights attorney who played a significant role in the fight against racial segregation and discrimination in Louisiana. As a key figure in the legal battles of the Civil Rights Movement, Tureaud's work helped to dismantle the Jim Crow laws that enforced racial segregation in the Southern United States.
+'''Alexander Pierre Tureaud''' (February 26, 1899 – January 22, 1972) was a prominent African-American civil rights attorney in [[Louisiana]]. He played a significant role in the fight against racial segregation and discrimination in the United States, particularly in the state of Louisiana.
 == Early Life and Education ==
+A. P. Tureaud was born in [[New Orleans]], Louisiana, to a family of Creole descent. He attended local schools and later pursued higher education at [[Howard University]], where he earned his law degree in 1925. Tureaud was deeply influenced by the civil rights movement and the legal strategies employed by the [[NAACP]] to combat racial injustice.
-A. P. Tureaud was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, to a family of Creole descent. He grew up in a racially segregated society, which profoundly influenced his commitment to civil rights. Tureaud attended local schools in New Orleans and later pursued higher education at Howard University in Washington, D.C., where he earned his law degree in 1925.
 == Legal Career ==
+Tureaud returned to Louisiana after completing his education and began practicing law in New Orleans. He became the lead attorney for the [[NAACP]] in Louisiana and was involved in numerous landmark cases challenging segregation and discrimination.
-After completing his education, Tureaud returned to Louisiana, where he became the first African American attorney to practice law in the state since Reconstruction. He quickly established himself as a formidable advocate for civil rights, taking on cases that challenged the status quo of racial discrimination.
+=== Notable Cases ===
+One of Tureaud's most significant cases was ''Bush v. Orleans Parish School Board'', which was instrumental in the desegregation of public schools in New Orleans following the [[Brown v. Board of Education]] decision. Tureaud also worked on cases that challenged the "separate but equal" doctrine in public transportation and other public facilities.
-=== NAACP Involvement ===
-Tureaud became the lead counsel for the Louisiana chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). In this role, he worked closely with other prominent civil rights attorneys, including Thurgood Marshall, to challenge segregation laws and practices in Louisiana.
-=== Landmark Cases ===
-One of Tureaud's most notable cases was ''Davis v. East Baton Rouge Parish School Board'', which challenged the segregation of public schools in Louisiana. This case was part of the broader effort that led to the landmark Supreme Court decision in ''Brown v. Board of Education'' (1954), which declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.
-Tureaud also played a crucial role in ''Bush v. Orleans Parish School Board'', a case that sought to desegregate New Orleans public schools. His persistent legal efforts were instrumental in the eventual integration of schools in the city.
-== Challenges and Legacy ==
+== Legacy ==
+A. P. Tureaud's work laid the groundwork for the civil rights advancements that followed in the 1960s. His dedication to justice and equality helped dismantle many of the legal barriers that upheld racial segregation in the South. Tureaud's legacy is remembered through various honors, including the naming of the A. P. Tureaud Sr. House, which is listed on the [[National Register of Historic Places]].
-Throughout his career, Tureaud faced significant challenges, including threats to his personal safety and professional obstacles due to the pervasive racism of the time. Despite these challenges, he remained steadfast in his commitment to justice and equality.
+== Also see ==
+* [[Civil Rights Movement]]
+* [[NAACP]]
+* [[Brown v. Board of Education]]
+* [[Desegregation]]
-Tureaud's legacy is marked by his unwavering dedication to civil rights and his significant contributions to the legal battles that helped to dismantle segregation in the United States. His work laid the groundwork for future generations of civil rights activists and attorneys.
+{{Civil rights movement}}
+{{Louisiana history}}
-== Personal Life ==
-A. P. Tureaud was married to Lucille Dejoie, and together they had several children. His family continued to be active in civil rights and community service, carrying on his legacy of advocacy and justice.
-== Death and Honors ==
-A. P. Tureaud passed away on January 22, 1972, in New Orleans. In recognition of his contributions to civil rights and justice, several institutions and landmarks have been named in his honor, including the A. P. Tureaud Sr. Memorial Park in New Orleans.
-== References ==
-* Fairclough, Adam. ''Race and Democracy: The Civil Rights Struggle in Louisiana, 1915-1972''. University of Georgia Press, 1995.
-* "A. P. Tureaud: A Civil Rights Pioneer." Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities. Accessed October 2023.
-== External Links ==
-* [A. P. Tureaud Legacy Website](http://www.aptureaudlegacy.org)
-* [NAACP Legal Defense Fund](http://www.naacpldf.org)
-{{Authority control}}
-[[Category:1899 births]]
-[[Category:1972 deaths]]
 [[Category:American civil rights lawyers]]
 [[Category:People from New Orleans, Louisiana]]
 [[Category:Howard University alumni]]
-[[Category:NAACP activists]]
+[[Category:1899 births]]
+[[Category:1972 deaths]]