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Atlanta Braves
The Atlanta Braves are an American professional baseball franchise based in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Braves name came from a Native American warrior. The Braves were founded on January 20, 1871. -
William B. Hartsfield
William B. Hartsfield was a mayor longer than most people. He was born in Atlanta in 1890 and began his long political career on the the city council in 1922. His steady leadership navigated Atlanta through the civil rights movement. -
Benjamin Mays
Benjamin was known as the longtime president of Morehouse College in Atlanta. He was a distinguished African American minister, educator, scholar, social activist. He was among the most outspoken critics of segregation. -
John Lewis
John Lewis was also known as one of the most courageous civil rights leader. He was grown in a time of racial segregation. His effort and dedication was thanked by America. -
Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks is an American professional basketball team based in Atlanta. This was an original team for the National Basketball Association. The Hawks were founded in 1946. -
Herman Talmadge
Herman was a Senator from Georgia. Upon the death of his father Eugene Talmadge, Herman was elected governor by the State legislature. He served three terms before dying right before his fourth term. -
1946 Governor's Race
This was known as the three governor's controversy. When Eugene Talmadge died, they choose his son, as governor. His son who was also the governor was Herman Talmadge. -
Brown v. Board of Education
This occurred when the Supreme Court unanimously stroked down segregation in public schools. When the Supreme Court did this, it violated the 14th amendment. This case stated that, "separate but equal," was not equal at all. -
1956 State Flag
This flag was designed by Southern Democrat John Sammons Bell, who was a WWll veteran. The flag has three stripes red-white-red and a blue canton containing 13 white stars. The flag's meaning was Wisdom, Justice, Moderation. -
Sibley Commission
Sibley recommended that the state accept the federal decision to desegregate the schools despite the commission's findings. Governor Vandiver introduced the bill that accepted Sibley's recommendation. This took place in 1960 when the governor decided to desegregate public schools. -
Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee
The Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee was a civil rights groups formed to give younger blacks more of a voice in the civil rights movement. The (SNCC) soon became one of the movements more radical branches. The (SNCC) purpose included non-violence more as a political tactic than a way of life. -
Hamilton Holmes and Charlayne Hunter
Hamilton Holmes and Charlayne Hunter were the first black students to enroll at the University of Hunter and Holmes, UGA. Hamilton Holmes is best known for desegregating UGA in Athens. Charlayne attended college with a strong journalism program. -
Ivan Allen Jr.
Ivan Allen Jr. served as mayor of Atlanta from 1962 to 1970. He is credited with leading the city through an era of significant physical and economic growth. He was also known for maintaining calm throughout the civil rights movement. -
The Albany Movement
The Albany movement was the first movement in the modern civil rights era to have reached its goal which was the desegregation of an entire community. This resulted in the jailing of more than 1,000 African Americans in Albany. Because of major chaos that resulted Martin Luther King Jr. was drawn into the movement and eased most of the pain. -
March on Washington
The March on Washington was a massive protest that occurred in August 1963. 250,000 people gathered in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. The march was a protest for jobs and freedom. The event aimed to draw attention to continuing challenges and inequalities faced by African Americans. -
1964 Civil Rights Act
This act ended segregation in public places and banned employment discrimination on the basis of race. Southern members of Congress had a strong opposition to this act. This was first proposed by President John F. Kennedy. -
Atlanta Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons were created on June 30, 1965. The NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle granted ownership for the team to the vice president of Georgia. The Falcons was picked as its name because a falcon is proud and dignified, and has courage. -
Lester Maddox
Lester was a American politician who served as the 75th Governor of the U.S. state of Georgia. Lester grew up in poverty in Atlanta. He was brought to office because of the widespread dissatisfaction with desegregation. -
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1966 Olympic Games
This was officially known as the Games of the XXVI Olympiad. This was an international multi-sport event celebrated in Atlanta, Georgia. These games fielded a total of 10,3178 athletes. -
Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. grew up attending segregated public schools in Georgia. He had two sons and two daughters. His, "I Have a Dream," speech inspired many people. He is also famous for leading the Civil Rights Movement in the U.S. -
Andrew Young
Andrew Young Jr. is an American politician, diplomat, and activist. He was an early leader in the Civil Rights Movement. He was born in a middle upper class family. He was a prominent leader of Georgia. -
Maynard Jackson Elected Mayor
Maynard Jackson was the first African American to serve as mayor of a major southern city. He was born in Dallas Texas where his father was a minister. He entered Morehouse College through a special early-entry program. -
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Jimmy Carter in Georgia
Jimmy Carter was the only elected president of the United States, and he held the office for one term. IN 2002 Carter won the Nobel Peace Prize for his humanitarian efforts. His long journey to achieve his dream paid off.
