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The KKK(rebirth)
the rebirth of the KKK in the 1920s was mainly because they were unhappy with the change of American culture.
the KKK was anti-foreign, Catholic, black,and Jewish.
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The Vietnam war
a proxy war between forces trying to contain communism in Vietnam.it was fought between North Vietnam, supported by its communist Russia ,and the government of South Vietnam, supported by the United States.Many Americans were against it and believed many soldiers were sent there to die. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89_3DgW_7mg -
Little rock 9
a group of African American students who attempted to enroll a white high school in Arkansas during the brown vs education.students were prevented from entering the racially segregated school by Arkansas Governor.it one of the most important event in African american history.(8.2)
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George Wallace's Inaugural Address
a racist governor of Alabama in 1962,ran for office by saying,"segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever".was later shot in 1972 -
JKF assassination
during is parade to promote his upcoming campaign JFK was shot twice by Lee Harvey Oswald and pronounced dead at Parkland hospital.
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The Black Panther Movement
an African american revolutionary party that believe in preventing racism and wanted equality.(8.3)
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Counter-culture Movement
an anti-sentiment movement that protested the Vietnam war.promoted traditonal change with peace,love,and positivity. along with drug abuse,cultism,and psychedelic rock.
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Elvis Presley
the king of rock and roll,Elvis Presley was one of the greatest revolutions in music culture.
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Moon Landing
America's race to space with Russia. Neil Armstrong became the first man to walk on the moon "That's one small step for man...one giant leap for mankind."
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ping pong diplomacy
China hosted a ping-pong tournament with the US team and in turn led to eased tensions between the countries.
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war on drugs
a campaign of prohibition and foreign military aid being undertaken by the U.S government to reduce the illegal drug trade.
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Watergate scandal
a scandal involving a brake-in the DNC by Nixon's CREEP,Before Congress could impeach Nixon for his involvement in covering up the break-in, he resigned from the presidency.
https://www.history.com/topics/watergate/videos
