The Civil Rights Movement, a key period in U.S. history, sought to end racial segregation and discrimination. It was marked by the efforts of groups like the NAACP, SCLC, and SNCC, and leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks. The movement led to significant legislation like the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, but the quest for equality continues with movements like Black Lives Matter.
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The Civil Rights Movement was a transformative period in United States history, primarily occurring between the 1950s and 1960s
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
Voting Rights Act of 1965
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 protected voting rights for all citizens
The Civil Rights Movement was comprised of various movements and organizations that advocated for the rights of different minority groups
Martin Luther King Jr. led the movement with his nonviolent approach and famous "I Have a Dream" speech
Malcolm X provided a more militant perspective with his advocacy for black empowerment and self-defense
Rosa Parks, along with other leaders such as Ella Baker, James Farmer, and Fannie Lou Hamer, played critical roles in advancing civil rights
Alabama played a central role in the Civil Rights Movement, with pivotal events such as the Selma to Montgomery marches
Mississippi was the site of significant activism and tragic violence, such as the murder of three civil rights workers in 1964
Grassroots efforts in states like South Carolina and Kentucky were instrumental in propelling the national movement forward
"We Shall Overcome" became the anthem of the Civil Rights Movement, uniting participants in their common goal
National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel
The National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel is a historical site that preserves the legacy of the movement
Civil Rights History Project
The Civil Rights History Project documents and commemorates the struggle for future generations
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Timeframe of the Civil Rights Movement
Primarily 1950s-1960s, with roots post-Civil War.
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Main goals of the Civil Rights Movement
Secure equal legal rights and end racial segregation/discrimination.
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Forms of activism in the Civil Rights Movement
Included political, legal, and social efforts, such as protests and lawsuits.
