Edmund Pettus Bridge

The Edmund Pettus Bridge is a historic bridge in Selma, Alabama, known for its role in the civil rights movement. On March 7, 1965, it was the site of "Bloody Sunday," when peaceful protesters marching for voting rights were attacked by law enforcement. This event drew national attention and helped galvanize support for the Voting Rights Act. Today, the bridge is a symbol of perseverance and the ongoing struggle for racial equality, and it is part of the National Historic Landmark District focusing on civil rights history.