U.S. Civil Rights Movement

The U.S. Civil Rights Movement was a struggle primarily during the 1950s and 1960s aimed at ending racial discrimination and achieving equal rights for African Americans. Activists fought against segregation and voter suppression, advocating for social justice through peaceful protests, legal challenges, and civil disobedience. Key figures like Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Malcolm X emerged, working to raise awareness and create change. Landmark events, such as the 1963 March on Washington, and legislation like the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 were pivotal in advancing equality and combating racism in America.