Fulton slave granted posthumous pardon after 169 years

Fulton slave granted posthumous pardon after 169 years

Supporters of Celia’s pardon come together to remember her legacy during a moving vigil. The crowd applauds the decision to grant her pardon, recognizing the significance of this milestone.

The Justice for Celia Coalition has successfully achieved one of its primary objectives in Fulton, Missouri.

Governor Mike Parson announced on Friday that he had granted a posthumous pardon to Celia Newsom, as stated in a news release from his office.

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