The Civil Rights Act of 1964." National Archives. "Voting Rights Act (1965)." U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. "History of Fair Housing." Civil Rights Division, U.S. Department of ...

The 1960 Presidential Election The presidential election of 1960 was one of the closest in history ... referring to civil rights activists. "[A]ll of us... must overcome the crippling legacy ...

Black History Month is an annual observance centered on celebrating the history, heritage, cultural influence and social ...

Timeline: Key Dates in the Century-Long ... “Men and women shall have equal rights throughout the United States and every place subject to its jurisdiction. Congress shall have power to enforce ...

Learn more about slavery after the Civil War by scrolling through the timeline and map. Points on the map include photos and more information about key dates in United States history from 1860-1950.