The Wilmington Ten were a group of civil rights activists who were wrongfully convicted in 1971 for charges related to protesting racial injustice in Wilmington, North Carolina. The group, which included nine African American men and one white woman, were accused of arson and conspiracy during a period of racial tension and unrest in the city.

The Wilmington Ten were prominent leaders in the local civil rights movement and were targeted by law enforcement for their activism. Many believe that their convictions were politically motivated and based on false evidence and testimony.

The case of the Wilmington Ten garnered national and international attention, with activists and supporters rallying for their release. In 1980, amidst mounting pressure and evidence of misconduct in the trial, the convictions of the Wilmington Ten were overturned by a federal court.

The Wilmington Ten case serves as a powerful example of the systemic racism and injustices faced by African Americans during the civil rights movement, and the perseverance and resilience of those who fought for justice and equality.