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Creation of Klu Klux Klan
The KKK was a secret organization created by southerns who were pro slavery and wanted to prevent the establishment of policies that would give blacks equality during the Reconstruction era. One prominent Klan leader was Nathan Bedford Forrest. -
The King of Rock and Roll
Elvis Presley was one of the most influential artists during the growth of Rock and Roll culture. Creator of a different style of Rock and Roll through new dance moves and sounds of music. -
Vietnam War
A war between America and Vietnam where America was attempting to prevent the spread of communism nationally hence the Cold War. War that lasted 20 years where the America government was drafting young people to go and fight in the war. Several resistance and rebellion towards the government on whether the fight in Vietnam was justified. -
Stand in the Schoolhouse Door
The governor of Alabama at the time George Wallace prevented a black couple from entering the school and attending. Keeping his promise in his inaugural address of "Segregation now, tomorrow, and forever" -
Assassination of John F. Kennedy
The 35th president John F. Kennedy was elected into office in 1961 until being assassinated by Lee Harvey Oswald. Most of his presidency reflected foreign relations during the Cold War dealing with the Soviet Union. -
John Lennon
Very Influential singer, songwriter, and peace activist also was involved in the band The Beatles. Known for criticizing America's involve in the Vietnam war and rebellious nature through his music. -
Black Panther Party
Political Organization created by Huey Newton and Bobby Seale to protest and challenge the Oakland police department and the unjust of black people. Created programs to fight against the injustices. -
President Nixon
Richard Nixon was the 37th United States president, was president during middle stages of Cold War and late stages of Vietnam War. Leader of the War on drugs where the government made policies to reduce the growth of the illegal drug trade. Resigned during beginning of second term due to his illegal activity in the Watergate Scandal -
Ping Pong Diplomacy
Basically Nixon used the sport ping pong to create an alliance with China. By sending American ping pong players to play with Chinese ping pong players this established trust between America and China. -
Watergate Scandal
Nixon administration was committing illegal crimes of stealing secret papers and invading privacy. Committed the crimes at the Watergate complex for the Democratic Committee. They stole private documents and wiretapped phones. After people found out about Nixon's involvement he resigned immediately. -
Aids Epidemic
The spread of Aids/HIV diseases in societies and the death rate from this disease is growing rapidly. -
Crack Epidemic
The rapid growth of crack cocaine use in major cities. Also this increased the crime and violence rate in America. Triggered Nixon's War on Drugs
