Background of the Civil Rights Movement

The Civil Rights Movement was a time where African Americans sought true equality. It took place during the 1950s and the 1960s and during that time, African American leaders rose up to seek freedom and liberty for their people. It was a representation of how hard people can work for something that they truly believe in. Many influencial people participated in this movement to promote beliefs and to promote the fact that everyone should be treated fairly and just. This movement was the start of a period of change.