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The KKK
A white supremacist terrorist group that was founded in 1865. Known as the Klu Klux Klan, they believed that whites were the superior race. -
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The Start of Vietnam war
The Vietnam war was a civil war between North and South Vietnam in which the United States supported South Vietnam to protect them from communism. The U.S.S.R supported North Vietnam who wanted a communist government. The American people didn't support the war and it caused the draft.
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The Hippie Movement
The hippie movement was an anti-culture movement. They wanted to create a different culture through drugs, sex, and new values. They organized anti-war protests and are known for promoting "love"
[https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/five-myths/five-myths-about-hippies/2017/07/07/776a1530-5a9a-11e7-9fc6-c7ef4bc58d13_story.html?noredirect=on&utm_term=.19a0b26354b2] -
Desegregation at the University of Alabama
The mayor of Alabama Governor Wallace blocked the door with state troopers to stop James Hood and Vivian Malone from entering the school and going to class. It caused national outrage and movements throughout the country against racism. -
President John F Kennedy Assasinated
John F Kennedy was assassinated by Lee Harvey Oswald in Dallas Texas. It terrified the country as it showed how the leader of the free world can be killed.
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Black Panther Party
Its original purpose was protect African American neighborhoods from police brutality. They followed a 10 point program to address the stance of the party. -
Moon Landing
It was when America landed on the moon. It was the effect of the space race between the U.S.S.R and the United States of America. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ri5xjnHHZyg] -
Ping Pong Diplomacy
Ping Pong diplomacy was a way the exchange of ping pong players between the United States and China. It improved relations between China and the United States.
[https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Table-Tennis/Features/2017/September/19/Chinese-Superstar-Olympians-Visit-USA-to-Celebrate-45-Year-Anniversary-of-Ping-Pong-Diplomacy] -
Watergate Scandal
The Nixon administration broke in to the DNC to get information on the opponents campaign. It caused great mistrust in the government. Led to Nixon resigning the presidency.
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Nixon Resigns Presidency
Nixon had participated in the break-ins in the Watergate scandal. There were tapes released in which he discusses his knowledge of the break-ins. He resigned before he could be impeached.
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Hurricane Carmen
It was a hurricane that caused almost 2 million dollars in damage. The name was retired because of how significant the hurricane was. -
Creation of Apple
It was a tech company that was founded by Steve jobs and Steve Wozniak. It has changed how people use electronics and mobile devices.
[https://www.apple.com/]
