1960s Civil Rights Movement

The 1960s Civil Rights Movement was a social and political effort in the United States aimed at ending racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans. Leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. advocated for equality through nonviolent protests, marches, and legal challenges. Key achievements included the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which outlawed discrimination in public places, and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which protected voting rights. The movement significantly advanced racial justice, challenging systemic inequalities and promoting awareness of civil rights issues across the nation.