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James Meredith was admitted to Ole Miss how?

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James Meredith was admitted to Ole Miss through a federal court case with the assistance of federal marshals.

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James Meredith was admitted to Ole Miss through a federal court case. In 1962, he became the first black student to attend the University of Mississippi. Despite facing violence and death threats, Meredith successfully integrated Ole Miss with the assistance of federal marshals. He completed most of his coursework at Jackson State University and needed only one year to complete his degree at Ole Miss.

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After a protracted court battle, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Sept. 10, 1962, that Meredith was to be admitted to the university. Mississippi Gov. Ross Barnett tried to prevent Meredith's enrollment by assuming the position of registrar and blocking his admission.

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