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The rise of KKK
Founded after the Civil war by a group of white supremacist. They were strongly against slavery and uses violence a lot. Interactive link- https://quizlet.com/213664315/the-ku-klux-klan-flash-cards/ -
The Vietnam War
It was a communist based war between the north and south region in Vietnam. US came in and supported the south region which was anti- communist.
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The assassination of John F. Kennedy
JFK was campaigning for his re-election. He traveled to Texas in hope of winning their vote. But was murdered on his way towards the place he was gonna present his speech. Interactive link- https://quizlet.com/73763848/assassination-of-john-f-kennedy-flash-cards/ -
Hippie counterculture
A movement that was against the overall mainstream in American society. It was occupied by mainly the youth. song- Blowin in the Wind – Bob Dylan -
Black Panther Party
The main purpose was to challenge the police brutality against African Americans. They protected the African American citizens in their community.
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First moon landing
It was the first moon landing by two Americans and was aired on national television. Considered as a giant leap for mankind. -
Ping Pong Diplomacy
An exchange of ping pong tournaments between the people of America and China. This "thawed" the Cold War and helped release tensions. Song- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzEU-hydHUU -
The Watergate Scandal
A major scandal involving President Nixon because he tried to cover it up. Later he resigned and was the first president to do so. Interactive link- https://quizlet.com/21883622/watergate-scandal-flash-cards/ -
Charles Manson's followers attempt to assasinate president Ford.
Charles was a serial killer/cult leader who murdered many people, one of his follower "Squeaky" had President Ford at gun point and attempted to kill him. -
Apple
A technology based company that resulted in a huge profit. Founders were Steve jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne -
Murder of John Lennon
He was a musician, people knew of him because he was a member of the Beatles and also was a political activism. He was killed in New York City outside of his apartment building. -
HIV/Aids breakout
During Reagan's administration a virus that attacks the body's immune system began to spread. It had a slow response because it was hard to understand. song- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb_r-IwB8t8
