Biden to Create Monument to Emmett Till Amid Fights Over Black History The murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till and the activism of his grieving mother helped galvanize the civil rights movement in America.
Biden to Name National Monument for Emmett Till and His Mother The monument, expected to be established on Tuesday, will consist of three protected sites in Illinois and Mississippi.
Congress Honors Emmett Till and His Mother With Gold Medal Vote Emmett, whose killing shaped the civil rights movement, and Mamie Till-Mobley would posthumously receive the body’s highest civilian honor if President Biden signs the bill.