Thurgood Marshall Nominated
June 13, 1967, Thurgood Marshall became the first African American nominated to the Supreme Court.
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Supreme Court Justice Fortas Resigns
May 15, 1964, Supreme Court Justice Abe Fortas resigned under threat of impeachment.
Marshall Sworn In
October 2, 1967, Thurgood Marshall was sworn in as associate justice of the Supreme Court.