Why Arkansas Chose Daisy Bates and Johnny Cash for Statues in the U.S. Capitol

"Unveiled" celebrates the enduring legacies of two of Arkansas's most iconic figures. Daisy Bates, who courageously led the fight for civil rights, and Johnny Cash, whose music captured the soul of America, are immortalized in bronze in the U.S. Capitol’s National Statuary Hall. Explore the profound impact of their lives on history, from their humble beginnings to their lasting influence. Unveiled: Daisy Bates and Johnny Cash | Full Documentary This program is made possible by viewers like you. Support your local PBS station: https://www.pbs.org/donate Subscribe to the PBS channel for more clips: https://www.youtube.com/@PBS Enjoy full episodes of your favorite PBS shows anytime, anywhere with the free PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2QbtzhR FOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PBS/ X: https://twitter.com/PBS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/PBS/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pbs Threads: https://www.threads.net/@pbs #arkansas #johnnycash #daisybates #civilrightshistory More about the subjects of this documentary: Daisy Lee Gatson Bates (1914-1999) was born in Huttig, Arkansas. She was an NAACP leader and led the school integration movement in Arkansas during the civil rights era. Bates served as an advocate and counselor for the nine students who were part of the historic desegregation of Little Rock Central High School in 1957. She is one of the first African American women honored with a sculpture in National Statuary Hall. Singer and songwriter John R. "Johnny" Cash (1932-2003) was born in Kingsland, Arkansas. A towering figure in American music, he sold 90 million records during his career; was inducted into the Country Music, Rock and Roll, and Gospel Music Halls of Fame; and became known as a champion of the working class, of Native Americans, and of those whom life had dealt a tough hand. Cash’s statue is the first of a musician in National Statuary Hall.