Nearly 100 Years Ago, Philadelphia’s Inez Patterson Integrated Pools and Encouraged Other Black Girls To Swim Too

July 29, 2026
Read time: 5-15 mins
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A century after Inez Robie Patterson challenged barriers in and around the swimming pool, her legacy continues to inspire. A U-M researcher explores the life of this pioneering Black swimmer and the lasting impact she had on her community and the sport.

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