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When schools were integrated northerners started protests, showed hostility towards African American students, and even physical aggression. -
A white man went to Emmett's uncle's house and ripped Emmett from his bed. They then took him to a rover where they beat him, gouged his eyes out, and shot him then threw him in the river. -
This was a protest where African Americans refused to ride city buses. They did this to protest to stand up against segregated seating. -
Nine African American children were going to school in Arkansas. They had to make their way through a crowd who were shouting obscenities and throwing objects. When they reached the front door they were sent home by the national guard. -
This established to ability to investigate Civil Rights violations. This also established a Civil Rights division in the Department of Justice. -
This was a series of civil rights protests. These activists aimed to end segregation and get voting rights. They did nonviolent protests and marches but they in return got significant opposition from authorities.
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Four African American friends sat down at a lunch counter in Greensboro in a place where African Americans were not allowed to sit. They stayed until closing time.
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These were a series of bus rides taken by civil rights activists to protest racial segregation in bus terminals. They faced violence from the white people riding the bus but this played a big role in drawing attention to racial segregation.
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This movement was led by Martin Luther King Jr.. It aimed to end segregation and racial injustice. This involved nonviolent protests and marches. This led to violent opposition from authorities.
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This was a campaign to register African American voters. They did this in order to promote civil rights. However, it faced violence from white supremacists.
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This case decided busing could be used to integrate schools. This aimed to address racial segregation in schools and give students equal opportunities.
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Chisholm was the first African American woman to run for a party nomination for President. She focused mainly on civil rights and social justice. She did however face major disagreements with white people.
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Aaron set his 715th career home run. This showed his amazing skill and talent for baseball. This also broke boundaries in sports through the civil rights movement.
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This speech mainly talked about unity, equality, and the power that democracy has. It is known to be one of the most effective speeches written.
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This case decided that it was okay for colleges to consider a person's race when deciding who gets admitted. The court ended up agreeing that it should not be a major factor in college admissions.