civil rights leaders
martin luther king juinor
Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his famous "I Have a Dream" speech and led the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Read more about the many other things he did to help all people work peacefully to win equal rights. See and hear his most famous speeches for yourself!
Malcolm X
Malcolm X worked to end segregation in the 1960's. He preached to others that they should do whatever they needed to do to fight for their rights.He also was part of the violent group called the black panthers which was a violent protesting group to get what they wanted.
stokely carmichael
He was a violant leader for the group called NSCC. Protested for his rights and a way to get freedom.