March On Washington
By: Nathan Galvez-Diggs
Event Information
March On Washington
All Day Speakers!
When?
Wednesday, Aug 28, 1963, 09:00 AM
Where?
Lincoln Memorial, Lincoln Memorial Circle Northwest, Washington, DC, United States
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THE MARCH ON WASHINGTON
Martin Luther King Jr
Their was a list of people that were to talk, and or sing at the march.
Martin Luther King Jr, was remembered most because of his speech "I had a dream." Actually, he wasn't even supposed to go that day. He had to last minute because no one wanted to go, they all thought the press wouldn't be there for the last person/event.
People at the march
There was 250,000 people that marched to the Lincoln Memorial. 20-30% of the people were white. They marched for jobs and freedom for all. Not just African-Americans but for social justice, and many supported.
Singer's
Result Of the protest
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was later passed, which outlawed discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
It also helped pass the Voting rights act of 1965, that allowed everyone to vote. (In this case colored people)
Assessment Question
The participants demonstrated their belief system by being peaceful. They marched and held posters saying that they want their rights. They wouldn't stop until they did get their rights, and marched on.