Ella Josephine Baker

1903–1986 (age 83)

Biography

Ella Josephine Baker, born in 1903, was a champion for justice and a tireless advocate whose courage strengthened communities across generations. Her fierce commitment to equality and her belief in the power of ordinary people defined her life’s work.

Ella’s legacy lives on through the countless lives she inspired, and visitors to Flushing Cemetery still feel the impact of her unwavering voice for what is right.

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