Joseph McNeil

Joseph McNeil is best known as one of the original four college students who participated in the Greensboro sit-ins, a pivotal event in the American Civil Rights Movement in 1960. Alongside his friends, he protested against racial segregation by sitting at a segregated diner in Greensboro, North Carolina. Their peaceful demonstration sparked nationwide sit-ins and became a catalyst for the movement, highlighting the struggle for equal rights. McNeil's actions contributed significantly to the fight against racial injustice and inspired future generations to advocate for social change.