Civil Rights Movement- Background Information

The Civil Rights Movement in the United States lasted from 1955-1968. The movement focused on abolishing racial discrimination and creating racial equality. African Americans fought for basic rights, like voting rights. African Americans also wanted freedom from discrimination and wanted to be given the same opportunities as other people. At the time, African Americans were discriminated against and segregation was everywhere. The movement was surrounded by much violence against the African American community. People protested the discrimination and unfair conditions through protests, boycotts, and sit-ins. Eventually, the country heard this group's message and agreed that what was happening was wrong. As a result, this movement helped desegregate the country and gave American Americans the basic rights that they had been fighting for.

During the Civil Rights Movement, artists were able to express their feelings and beliefs through their art. They were able to convey their message about discrimination and segregation to many people. These artists were a key factor in changing the opinions of many Americans on these issues.