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This marks the start of African place in British North American colonies when around 20 Africans came on the "White Lion ship." It is important because it was the foundation of the unfair laboring of African Americans that is the reason for slavery. This shaped the economics for a long time. I consider this a important because it is the beginning of African American history and struggles. without this the United States wouldn't be what it is today. -
Richard Allen was a Methodist and was the first Black Methodist in the U.S. His work was important because it was a place for Black people and spiritual leadership outside of the control of whites during slavery. He is an important figure because he proved that African Americans could build their own history even with prejudice. His is still important today because his Church is a powerful place for community and socializing in the community. -
He was a formerly enslaved man who was an abolitionist of the 19th century. He is significance because he used his own life to show how bad slavery was. He eventually served as an advisor to Abraham Lincoln. His work is relevant today because he was someone who demanded honesty to the treatment of Black people. -
This was the most violent and known slave revolt that was led by an preacher who believed he was on a "divine mission". It is important because it killed the myth that enslaved people were content. This event is important because it led to a change in southern laws that led to the Civil War. He is relevant today as a symbol of resistance against the dehumanizing systems of slavery and how we are treated overall. -
This case is when the Supreme Court ruled that black people free or enslaved are not and would never be citizens of the United States. This is important because it was a sad day for African Americans, and is declared they had no rights and the white man was powerful. this legalized racism at government level and made a solution to slavery impossible. The legal system has been used to exclude groups from citizenship. -
This was made by Lincoln and it was a order that declared that all slaves in the rebel states were "forever free." Shifting the Civil War’s purpose from the Union to a war for freedom. Allowed Black men to join the Union Army. This was the first step by the government to ending slavery. Its meaning today is in the Juneteenth celebration of our freedom. -
This amendment abolished slavery and involuntary servitude in the U.S. It is important because it ended two centuries of enslavement. I consider this a big event because it achieved the goal that activists fought for. The argument with the punishment for a crime clause caused many to argue for the prison system. -
This separate but equal statement legalized segregation across the country. This is significant because it gave the government approval of the Jim Crow system. It is relevant today because the wealth and housing issuses created during this era of segregation still affect communities and opportunities. -
This Supreme Court said that separate educational facilities are unequal. Ending school segregation. It is significant because it changed the Plessy decision and was the time the highest court said segregation was unconstitutional. It is relevant today as many schools face segregation making the promise of this ruling a goal we are still working toward. -
Dr. King was the leader of the Civil Rights Movement, advocating for nonviolent action to achieve racial and economic justice. His ability to move millions and appeal to the public. I chose him because his leadership led to the most important victories for Black Americans. Today his Dream continues to be used and remembered. -
This Court ruling declared that separate educational facilities are unequal. ending school segregation. It is significant because it changed the Plessy decision and was the time the highest court admitted segregation was unconstitutional. it provided the Jim Crow laws to be terminated. Its remains relevant today because of re-segregation in some places. -
This law outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or origin in public places and employment. It is significant because it transformed the social life of america ending legal discrimination and giving the government power to make integration happen. It is relevant today because of employment law and protections that keep the rights of all Americans. -
This was a group of protection and social programs. This is a change from the nonviolent South to the fight for justice in the North and West. It is a top event because it challenged the government's treatment of Black citizens and inspired pride. It is relevant today as it continues to influence people fighting social services. -
officers were caught on video beating Rodney King and the city of LA ended in a massive civil uproar. This is significant because it brought the issue of police brutality and racial injustice on video forcing a conversation on the relationship between Blacks and law enforcement. I consider this a top event because it was a movement we see today. it showed the frustrations/demands that started the protests. -
an African American was elected as a president an this showed and gave all African Americans hope that things will change from the better for them. He gave hope and made history being the first black president -
The murder of George Floyd made protests against police brutality and racism. This is important because it represents the justice movements in America. I chose this list because it is a shift in how governments and individuals talk about race. It is relevant today because it continues the debate about police funding and judicial reform and how to gain equity in the justice system.
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