EDUCATION · IL · 1953-1966
Benjamin C. Willis
Schools Supt · Chicago · Illinois
NOTABLE
On the record
"Willis Wagons" mobile classrooms became symbol of segregation; sparked 1963+1964 boycotts
Background
Benjamin C. Willis (—) was Illinois's Schools Supt · Chicago of Chicago 1953–1966 (13 years). Flagged as a notable historical figure by Officium's curation pass. Took office after Herold C. Hunt; succeeded by James F. Redmond. Note: "Willis Wagons" mobile classrooms became symbol of segregation; sparked 1963+1964 boycotts. Same-year political environment (1953): Governor William Stratton.
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Others who held this office in Illinois
- Paul G. Vallas (1995-2001)
- Argie K. Johnson (1993-1995)
- Ted Kimbrough (1990-1993)
- Manford Byrd Jr. (1985-1989)
- Ruth B. Love (1981-1985)
- Angeline P. Caruso (1980-1981)
- Joseph P. Hannon (1975-1979)
- James F. Redmond (1966-1975)
- Herold C. Hunt (1947-1953)