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"Why Sit Here and Die" Speech is given
Maria W. Stewart gives this speech to let white people know how unfairly free blacks are treated, and how they are just barely better off than slaves. She condemned that attitude that is given to blacks and their education and treatment. She stated that African American women are slightly better off than slaves. -
Underground Railroad
The underground railroad was very significant towards the abolitionist movement during and after the war. It gave slaves who were wanting to be free a chance at a new life. it It allowed for the reuniting of families and friends. -
Frederick Douglass
He was an African American abolitionist and writer who escaped slavery and became a leading voice in the 19th-century abolitionist movement. His narrative "Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave," shed light on the harsh realities of slavery and became influential in shaping public opinion against the institution. Douglass advocated for women's rights and played a significant role in promoting equality and social justice during the Civil War era. -
John Brown
John Brown was a fervent abolitionist in the 19th century who believed in using armed insurrection to end slavery in the United States. He gained national attention for leading a raid on the federal arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia in 1859, hoping to incite a slave rebellion. Brown's actions are often credited with hastening the onset of the American Civil War. He was ultimately captured, tried, and executed, but his radical stance against slavery made him a martyr. -
Civil War
The civil war was a brutal conflict. Rooted in deep-seated economic, social, and political differences, the war ultimately centered on the abolition of slavery in the United States. It resulted in tremendous loss of life and had profound and lasting effects on the nation, leading to the preservation of the Union and the eventual abolition of slavery through the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. -
Harriet Tubman
Harriet Tubman African American abolitionist who escaped slavery in the 19th century and subsequently helped hundreds of enslaved people find their freedom through the Underground Railroad. Called the "Moses of her people," she risked her life numerous times to lead others to liberty. Later in life, she also served as a scout, nurse, and spy for the Union Army during the American Civil War, making significant contributions to the fight against slavery and injustice. -
Reconstruction
The reconstruction era was a very difficult time for the United States. After the civil war, America had to drastically change their infrastructure in order to adjust to the emancipation proclamation. While the south wanted former slaves to be underpaid and even unpaid, the north continued to fight for their rights as citizens, however, they failed more than they succeeded. -
Souther Horrors: Lynch Laws in All its Pahses
The south has continuously and purposely killed thousands of black Americans for crimes such as rape, despite knowing that these crimes are based on lies. The south has repeatedly rejected the civil rights movement, and has made it clear that to them, “the white man must and will rule”. Numerous black men, women and children have been brutally killed due to little or no reason, other than personal. -
How the Government Segregated America
Housing Programs under the new deal began to be a "state-sponsored system of segregation". African Americans and other people of color were left out of the suburbs and pushed into projects. The federal housing administration prohibited African Americans from buying houses. -
Zoot Suit Riots
The whites pulled innocent people from the streets and beat them half to death if not to death over how their victims were dressed. People lived in fear for about 5 days of whether or not they and their loved ones would live for another day. The pain and horrid things that happened in that small time, how citizens were forced out of their homes and deported just because they weren’t white. All of this inhumane treatment just to “clean up” the streets. -
Executive Order 9981
Executive Order 9981 was issued by President Harry S. Truman on July 26, 1948, and marked a significant milestone in the civil rights movement. This order desegregated the armed forces of the United States. It was a crucial step toward ending racial segregation in the military and laid the groundwork for further civil rights advancements in the years that followed. It played pivotal role in challenging institutional racism. -
Montgomery Bus Boycott
On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks, an African American seamstress, refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama. This act of civil disobedience led to her arrest and sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a pivotal event in the American civil rights movement. Parks' courage and defiance inspired a wave of protests and ultimately played a significant role in challenging racial segregation and discrimination in the United States. -
I Have A Dream Speech
Delivered by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on August 28, 1963. In his impassioned address, King spoke of his dream for a future where people would be judged by their character rather than the color of their skin, advocating for racial equality and an end to discrimination. The speech became a defining moment of the civil rights movement and inspiring generations with its powerful vision of a more just and harmonious society. -
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The act ended segregation throughout the United States and allowed people of color to have the same rights as white people, rights that were guaranteed in the constitution. It later paved the way for disabled rights. This was a crucial step in the civil rights movement as it partially ended more than a century of discrimination without legal protection and justice. -
Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. was a transformative American civil rights leader, best known for his role in advancing civil rights using nonviolent civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs. He played a central role in the American civil rights movement from the mid-1950s until his assassination in 1968. King's advocacy and powerful speeches, including his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech, continue to inspire generations. -
Fred Hampton
Fred Hampton was a charismatic and influential leader in the Black Panther Party, a revolutionary socialist organization advocating for black empowerment and social justice in the 1960s. Known for his powerful oratory skills and organizing abilities, Hampton played a significant role in the civil rights movement. He was assassinated in his sleep during a raid by the FBI in December 1969, leading to widespread controversy and condemnation of the government's actions. -
MLK is Assassinated
Martin Luther King Jr., the influential civil rights leader, was tragically assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee. His death shocked the nation and sparked widespread outrage and grief among millions of Americans. King's assassination served as a stark reminder of the deep-seated racism and social divisions in the United States, further galvanizing the civil rights movement and inspiring continued efforts for racial equality and justice. -
Rainbow Coalition
Numerous groups protesting racial matters and discrimination, grouped together to form the rainbow coalition. The group consisted of the black panthers, the young lords, and the young patriots. All three groups were discriminated against and felt outcasted by society. The poverty and discrimination these groups faced made them stronger, not weaker, and it rallied them all together to start a successful movement that eventually made changes to the local government.
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