African American History During the Great Depression

It signifies the systemic racial discrimination faced by African Americans, where they were prioritized for layoffs regardless of their seniority or skills.

African Americans faced unemployment rates that were often twice that of white workers.

Federal relief programs often excluded or discriminated against African Americans, particularly in the South.

<p>The Scottsboro Boys were falsely accused of raping two white women, leading to numerous trials marked by bias and injustice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Communist Party actively supported racial equality and defended marginalized groups, including the Scottsboro Boys.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>African American workers were often excluded from jobs or placed in the least desirable positions, worsening their economic hardships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Workplace policies favored white workers for employment and led to disproportionate layoffs of Black workers during economic downturns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The trials sparked widespread outrage and became a rallying point for the fight against racial injustice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Her concert at the Lincoln Memorial became a defining moment in the fight against segregation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It preserved valuable oral histories, including narratives of formerly enslaved people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The themes of racial oppression and systemic injustice are prominently explored.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Her work often drew on folklore and oral traditions, preserving elements of Black history and culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His victories challenged Nazi racial ideologies and showcased the potential of Black Americans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Eleanor Roosevelt intervened by arranging the outdoor concert after DAR denied Anderson access.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was published in 1937.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provided employment to thousands of writers, including African Americans.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He deployed federal troops to enforce desegregation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It highlighted the challenges of integration and drew national attention to the struggle for equality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To protect voting rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provided a moral framework for protest that garnered public sympathy and highlighted racial discrimination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To engage in nonviolent direct action against segregation and discrimination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It marked the emergence of student-led activism and significantly challenged segregation in public spaces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He introduced a more militant stance, advocating for Black Power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sit-ins, boycotts, and marches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It invalidated key provisions of the Voting Rights Act, weakening federal oversight of voting laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>James Meredith was the first African American to integrate the University of Mississippi, symbolizing a major victory for desegregation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elijah Muhammad promoted Black empowerment, self-reliance, and separation from white society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>After his pilgrimage to Mecca, Malcolm X embraced a more inclusive vision of racial unity, broadening his appeal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>James Baldwin was a prominent writer and activist whose works addressed race and social justice, challenging systemic racism in America.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She co-founded the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party and highlighted the struggles of Black voters at the 1964 Democratic National Convention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Muhammad Ali's refusal to be drafted cost him his boxing titles and nearly ended his career.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It encapsulated the frustration and determination of those fighting against racial oppression and injustice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stokely Carmichael popularized the term 'Black Power', emphasizing self-determination and economic empowerment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allowed states to implement restrictive voting laws without federal oversight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Black Power movement emphasized self-determination and racial pride, contrasting with the integrationist approaches of earlier strategies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elijah Muhammad's authoritarian leadership was viewed as controversial, leading to varied perceptions of the Nation of Islam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He led the 1966 'March Against Fear' to encourage Black voter registration and continued his activism despite being injured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Baldwin's writing highlighted racial issues and called for social justice, bridging literature and activism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Malcolm X advocated for self-defense and Black nationalism as a response to racial oppression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Muhammad Ali used his platform to advocate for racial justice, challenging racism and the Vietnam War.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The SCLC organized protests like marches and sit-ins, using these events to galvanize public support for civil rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The letter defended civil disobedience and underscored the urgency of addressing injustice, becoming a foundational text for the civil rights movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The March on Washington united over 250,000 people to advocate for racial equality and economic justice, highlighting the call for civil rights legislation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A Ku Klux Klan bombing in September 1963 killed four African American girls and injured many others, shocking the nation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Johnson passed landmark legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, showcasing federal commitment to civil rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Televised brutality against protesters galvanized public support for civil rights and pressured political leaders to take action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It attracted over 250,000 participants and was pivotal in uniting diverse groups to advocate for civil rights and social justice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The bombing highlighted the extreme risks faced by civil rights activists and prompted a stronger demand for federal action against racism.</p> Signup and view all the answers