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Mississippi Legislators Declare 2011 The Year Of Robert Johnson

If Robert Johnson were alive today, he would have turned 100 years old.

In recognition of his centennial, a proclamation honoring the Hazlehurst native was presented on the senate floor.

Johnson’s family accepted the resolution, which recognized the Delta bluesman’s contribution to the arts.

You can read more at WLBT.com, and watch the video report below.