Selma

Selma is a city in Alabama, notable for its historical significance during the American Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. It was the site of pivotal events, particularly the Selma to Montgomery marches in 1965, where activists protested for African American voting rights. The marches highlighted widespread discrimination and galvanized national awareness and support for civil rights reforms. The events in Selma contributed to the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, a landmark piece of legislation aimed at eliminating racial discrimination in voting. Selma remains a symbol of the struggle for equality and justice.