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African American Civil Rights Movement Begins
The Civil Rights movement was when African Americans protested and fought for equal rights. -
Martin Luther King Jr. was sent to Jail
MLK was sent to jail because he was protesting for the freedom of blacks in Birmingham, AL. -
I Have A Dream Speech by Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr.´s speech is one of the most famous speeches today. This speech spoke to people everywhere and encouraged others to do something about the discrimination. -
Baptist Church Bombing
The Baptist Church Bombing caused the opposite of what the intruders wanted it too. The outcome of the bombing increased support to end segregation. -
Civil Rights Act
The Civil Rights Act was when the US outlawed discrimination based on your color, gender, religion, or race. -
Voting Rights Act
The Voting Rights Act signed by President Johnson allowed everyone to vote based on your color, race, gender, or religion. -
Case Reopened
The case was reopened and RObert Chambliss was brought to court and convicted of murder.
