North Carolina A&T State University is mourning the loss of civil rights legend Major General Joseph McNeil, who died last week at the age of 83. McNeil was one of the four freshmen of the university who launched sit-ins during the Civil Rights Movement. The university released a statement on McNeil’s passing, highlighting his accomplishments as both an activist and serviceman.
Sports-based publication HBCU Gameday obtained a statement from North Carolina A&T praising McNeil.
“McNeil’s bravery and determination sparked the civil rights movement across the United States,” the school said in a statement. “His military service and achievements as a major general in the Air Force Reserve Command show his dedication to service and country.”…