March on washington

March on Washington

  • Desegregation wanted

    Desegregation wanted

    The Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors request that businesses serving the public desegregate. Most business ignore
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    March on Washington

  • Wallace integregation

    Wallace integregation

    In Alabama Governor George Wallace stands in the doors of the University of Alabama to block integregation of Alabama and reads a proclamation.
  • Bill Submitted

    Bill Submitted

    President Kennedy submits a bill that would guarentee that African-Americans rights include access to public accommodations, voting rights, desegregation of public education, and equal employment opportunities.
  • Trial Desegregation

    Trial Desegregation

    Almost 35 Atlanta resaurant owners reach an unofficial agreement with black leaders for complete desegregation of restaurants on a trial basis.
  • Atlanta Mayor testifies

    Atlanta Mayor testifies

    Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen becomes the only southern elected official to testify in Washington in favor of the Civil Rights bill.