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13,14,15 Amendments
The 13,14, and 15 amendments were the first official rights for African Americans. The 13th abolishing slavery,14th stated that all those who are born on American land are given American citizenship,&15th allowing all African American men have the right to vote. These amendments were the base of minorities to fight for equality. These Amend. will become the launchpad for historic motives in the future. -
Tuskgee Institute
Historic Black Inst. founded by Booker T Washington. The original motive behind the school was to train Black teachers. Which then provided educational programs for students. Studying manual labor, general education, and economic freedom. This was one of the first placed Black students could freely get a education and learn to read, write and live in America after years of continued oppressions. -
Plessy V Ferguson
Historic Court case of when segregation was brought up to the courts. The first time when the US constitution upheld that racial segregation was justified as long as what was being segregated was equal between the races. Unfortunately this was not the case Black facilities were not of quality as the white ones. This lifestyle fueled the fight for civil rights and equality leading to protests, marches, and reform. -
Formation of NAACP
The NAACP which stands for National Association for the advancement of colored people. Its creation was to be a voice for the African American community. The NAACP fought against injustices and was a organization that brought African Americans together to fight against the government and society. Many events in history were supported or affiliated with the NAACP. -
Executive Order of 9981
The Executive order of 9981 was created by President Truman which stated that no person in the military would be discriminated against based on race, color, religion and national origin. Truman saw that those fighting for the country were united together. This was a major win for the African American community. It was one of the first places to be desegregated. Many men who were serving in the militar were now at ease and this meant for regular civilian life there was hope to fight -
Brown V Board of Education
Historic Landmark case of Brown v Board of Education where judges rules unanimously that racial segregation of students in public schools was against the law. This led to schools to slowly become integrated. Its effects were immense the ruling in 1954 is what allows all of todays students of any race/color to learn together. In terms of Civil rights it was a win. Though hate was still prominent deseg. in schools was an immense gain and another form of equality. -
Montgomery Bus Boycott
One of the most pinnacle moments in Civil Rights movements was the Montgomery bus Boycott. A social and political stance against the great racism in interstate transportation. The effect was victory the US courts stated that segregation on public transport was unconstitutional. -
Civil Rights Act of 1957
The Civil Rights Act of 1957 outlawed racial separation in public areas and created the equal employment opportunity commission to stop discriminations in the work place. The effect was immense it was a continuation of bringing equality now in most public areas and in the work place. -
Little Rock 9
Historic Moment in Civil Rights was Little Rock 9. The event was 9 African American students who were enrolled in a white high school. This brought great commotion from white students including the Arkansas governor. Riots protest and violent violent attacks on students occurred. Ultimately President Eisenhower had the National Guard protect the students while entering the school. This moment was crucial to education of black students and the introduction of integration of students. -
Greensboro NC Sit-Ins
A non-violent protest at a segregated lunch counter located in Greensboro, NC. A group of African American sat at the white restaurant. Though it was peaceful the group was met with violent attacks. The effect was a motive to show the government that desegregation must occur in establishments. -
Freedom Riders
A group of Civil rights activists who traveled in interstate buses into segregated southern transportation. The motive for this was to display that interstate travel segregation was unlawful. The effect was that it worked. The US courts decided that interstate public transportation was unlawful. -
24th Amendment
Previously at voting booths to indimidate lower income families(usually minorities) hefty poll taxes were enforced. Pay for the chance to vote. This was deemed extremely unconsttional as the right to vote is a given right and cannot be discrimanted against your monetary value. The 24th amendment repealed the tax which benefitted minorities to get the chance to vote freely. -
Dr.King's Letter
Noted as one of the of the greatest civil rights text in history is the Letter from a Birmingham Jail. Written by MLK jailed states that the actions taken so far are not enough and that discriminator laws are unjust laws. MLK was addressing a clergyman who criticized the protest. MLK wrote back that they should remain non-violent and continue to the push civil rights. -
"I have a dream speech"
A historic speech during the March on Washington. A large group of civil Rights Activist gathered where MLK delivered his famous "I have dream speech" where he speaks about his dream and vision for what America will look like where equality is served. The effect is everlasting including to today. It's effect was great it instilled encouragement and positivty to work harder and push harder to fight. -
Civil Rights Act of 1964
This was a final punch at finalizing official equality in the US constitution. The act was passed which prohibited any kind of discriminations based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. Equality between whites and minorities was officially declared its effects were incredible. The efforts of the different organization fighting for equality began to show forth. -
Voting Right Act 1965
Signed by President Lyndon B Johnson. The Act outlawed any kind of discrimnatory voting actions that intimidated minorities to vote. The effect helped African Americans feel safe at the voting booths and gain their voting rights back without intimidation. -
March of Selma
A series of 3 protest marches which happened in Alabama(Southern state) The protesters were attacked vioelently but with the protection of the national guard the protester's met their goal of making it to Alabama. The march was significant in raising awareness to the oppressions black voters face and the need for voting reform. -
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MLK Assasination
A very unfortunate event. MLK one of the major faces of the Civil Rights Movements was assaniated by white supremacist James Earl Ray. This assassination's put a great hole in African American community many mourining the loss of the figure who motivated the movement. Nevertheless, the community kept fighting and rose up even stronger. -
Equal Rights Amendment Proposed
The Equal Right Amendment granted equal rights for women. This included divorce rights, employment, propety matters. Its effect was immense it revolutiozed how society worked it gave women more freedom in life and indedndece over financial and social aspects. -
Equal Rights Amendment Defeated
Unfortunately due to conservative efforts support for the feminist movement ultimately did not let the ratification of the equal rights amendment. The effect was defeat. It set back women far from progress. Laws protecting women were no longer standing and dependence once again reigned.
