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June 25, 1950-Korean War begins
The Korean War was a war between North and South Korea that took place from June 25-July 27, 1950. The war began when North Korea invaded South Korea following a series of clashes along the border. The fighting ended when an armistice was signed, creating the Korean Demilitarized Zone to separate North and South Korea.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9X6GlzDZe_k -
December 24, 1951-Klu Klux Klan was founded
On this day in 1951, six Confederate veterans created the Klu Klux Klan. It was a secret hate group aimed to suppress the newly acquired rights of African Americans. The members of the KKK are anti-black, anti-Catholic, and anti-Semitic. The group still exists today. -
August 1, 1952-Malcom X begins teachings
Malcom X was an African American Muslim minister and human rights activist. He challenged the mainstream civil rights movement and MLK's nonviolent pursuit of integration. At 21 years old, Malcom X was sent to prison for burglary, where he encountered the teachings of the Black Muslims. -
May 17, 1954-Brown vs. Board of Education
In this Supreme Court Case, Justice Earl Warren ruled racial segregation in schools unconstitutional. The decision began the "separate but equal" movement in public education. This case was a turning point in the course of American History.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4F4edxloXCc -
November 1, 1955-Vietnam War Begins
The Vietnam War began on November 1, 1955 and ended April 30, 1975. It was aimed towards the Communist government of North Vietnam and its allies in South Vietnam, the Viet Cong. The war lasted 9 1/2 years, resulting in a loss for the US.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iyB9YBvC8w -
December 29, 1960-Viet Cong was founded
The Viet Cong was a communist-led army and guerrilla force in South Vietnam that fought its government and was supported by North Vietnam. This army escalated the armed struggled in South Vietnam. They were known for their "booby traps" and tricky war tactics. -
August 28, 1963-Martin Luther King's Speech
During the March on Washington in 1963, Martin Luther King gave his famous "I Have a Dream" speech. This called for an end to racism in the U.S. along with civil and economic rights. It brought great attention to the Civil Rights Movement.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smEqnnklfYs -
November 22, 1963-First Inauguration of Lynden B. Johnson
After John F. Kennedy's assassination earlier that morning, LBJ was named the 36th President of the United States. Before Kennedy's assassination, he was the US Vice President. Johnson demanded to be sworn in alongside Jackie Kennedy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUh6Sgzeld8 -
January 29, 1965-War Protest in Michigan
Around this time, Vietnam War protests were sweeping across America. On January 29, 1965, the University of Michigan held a protest involving professors. This served as a model for future protests to show their anti-war beliefs. -
April 10, 1971-Ping-Pong Diplomacy
Cold War tensions between the U.S. and Communist China were lessened thanks to an unlikely diplomatic tool; Ping pong! On April 10, 1971, the U.S. ping pong team arrived in China for a 10 day visit, the first Americans in 20 years to step foot in China! This symbolized the thawing of tensions between the countries. -
November 4, 1979-The Iran Hostage Crisis
The Iran Hostage Crisis was a diplomatic standoff between Iran and the United States. 52 Americans were held hostage for more than 400 days. They were released on Election Day when Ronald Reagan became President. -
November 9, 1989-Fall of the Berlin Wall
The wall separating East and West Berlin was torn down on November 9th, 1989. President Reagan called for the leader of the Soviet Union, Gorbachev, to open up the barrier. Reagan's famous "Tear Down This Wall!" speech took place during this event.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ei1HnWwzmNk
