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Plessy V. Ferguson
The court ruling where the court decided that African Americans were “separate but equal”. This was important because even though the court ruled that blacks were separate but equal, they were treated exactly the same, maybe worse than before, but this was a stepping stone for the revolt and stand up of the civil rights movement. -
End of WW2
The end of WW2 was here, but at what cost for African Americans? When blacks were sent back from being deployed into battle, they were met with segregation and discrimination after bravely sacrificing their life for their country. This helped give more building blocks for the civil rights movement to start. -
Morgan V. Virginia
A court case that involved a woman Irene Morgan refusing to give up her seat to a white couple. This case ruled that segregation on buses was unconstitutional. This was important because it paved the way for Freedom Rides later in 1961 -
Jackie Robinson Plays Baseball Professionally
Jackie Robinson, a former professional baseball athlete, was the first black baseball player to go pro. This helped give people confidence that they could make a stand against stereotypes and standards that were being set against black Americans all over the country -
Executive Order 9981
President Truman signs Executive Order 9981 to officially desegregate the army. Groups like the Tuskegee Airmen were a huge step and now that the army was desegregated, it would bring equality among all the brave soldiers in the army -
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Jim Crow Laws
Jim Crow Laws were laws that were enacted by Jim Crow to segregate almost everything. Some examples of this were segregation of schools, buses, theaters, and drinking stations. This was significant because it gave black Americans a reason to revolt and start the civil rights movement. -
Brown V. Board of Education
Brown V. Board of Education was a court case that ended in the desegregation of schools in America. This was significant because it gave students equal opportunity, although many didn’t support it, it was enacted that schools should no longer be separate -
Montgomery Bus Boycott
Rosa Parks, and Martin Luther King were the two main leaders of the Montgomery Bus Boycott. This lasted 381 days, and ended in desegregation of buses. This was significant because it ended segregation on buses, but many still didn’t support the outcome that the Montgomery Bus Boycott ended in. -
Little Rock Nine
The Little Rock Nine were 9 black students who tried to get into the Little Rock High school and they were stopped by the national guard. This was significant because school had already been desegregated but in the south, many didn’t support it. This caused an uproar and lead to more protests -
Greensboro Sit-Ins
The Greensboro Sit-Ins were a movement where black and white people would sit in restaurants where it was only allowed for white people to sit in. This lead to a lot of backlash and discrimination. This is significant because it ultimately lead to the desegregation of public places. -
Freedom Rides
The Freedom Riders were a group of black civil rights activists who would ride buses all over America. These Freedom Rides lead to the firebombing of a greyhound bus which ended in many getting injured. This was significant because it gave people insight on how the south was and what was happening to black Americans in the south for riding a bus -
March on Washington
The March on Washington was a MLK Jr. march that lead to his infamous “I have a dream” speech. This march was significant because it helped give a voice to many people, black and white, who were fighting against racism and discrimination all over America -
Birmingham Campaign | Children’s Crusade
The Birmingham Campaign was a march of young kids in Birmingham, Alabama fighting for desegregation. This protest gave people a view, all over the world, of police brutality due to Jim Crow Laws. This was significant because it helped give people a view on basically no matter if your young or old, you will be punished if your are a different race or skin color -
Civil Rights Act of 1964
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was an official law signed that ended segregation all over America. This act was very significant because it gave black Americans freedom from Jim Crow Laws and was a stepping stone for more to come towards the civil rights movement -
Senators Vote for the Civil Rights Act of 1964
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What American Thought of the Civil Rights Act at the time
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Voting Rights Act of 1965
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was a law passed that ended the need for literacy tests to vote. This was a significant part of the civil rights movement because it gave black Americans the right to vote without going through an absurd process to eventually be denied to vote -
Support for Selma Demonstrators in 1965
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Watts Riots
The Watts Riots were riots that took place in Los Angeles, California. These riots were due to political and racial tension that was being set in the US. This was significant because they highlighted the need for a fight against poverty and systematic racism -
Selma March
The Selma March was aimed to give white Americans a better perspective of what black Americans were feeling towards the need for voting rights. This march ended in police brutality but brought attention all across the country. This was significant because it lead to the Voting Rights Act of 1965 -
Black Panthers
The Black Panther Party, founded in 1966, was a revolutionary socialist organization advocating for Black empowerment, self-defense, and community programs. It addressed systemic racism, police brutality, and economic inequality. Their significance lies in challenging oppression, inspiring global movements, and establishing social initiatives like free breakfast programs, leaving a lasting legacy in the fight for civil rights and social justice. -
African American Voter Registration
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Loving V. Virginia
Loving v. Virginia was a landmark Supreme Court case that struck down state laws banning interracial marriage, ruling they violated the 14th Amendment’s Equal Protection Clause. The case centered on Richard and Mildred Loving, an interracial couple arrested for marrying in Virginia. Its significance lies in affirming marriage as a fundamental right and dismantling institutionalized racism, paving the way for broader civil rights advancements. -
MLK Jr. Assassination
Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, sparking national outrage and grief. His death highlighted the ongoing struggle for racial equality and justice in America. King’s assassination underscored the dangers faced by civil rights leaders and galvanized movements for social change. His legacy endures as a symbol of nonviolent resistance and the fight for civil rights, inspiring generations to continue the pursuit of equality and justice.
