Tulsa Race Massacre Survivor Turns 110

Lessie Benningfield Randle, one of the last survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre, celebrated her 110th birthday Sunday.

Sunday, November 10th 2024, 9:58 pm

By: News On 6


One of the last survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre celebrated her 110th birthday Sunday.

Lessie Benningfield Randle celebrated this milestone surrounded by friends and family.

Randle's attorney was there and said this moment was historic.

"All of you, who, if this was your momma, this is your grandmother, your auntie, your cousin, your friend. This is an historic occasion for her to be here and be so vibrant... be so with us," said Damario Solomon Simmons, attorney.

Randle was also gifted an American flag that flew over the U-S Capitol.

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