Civil Rights

Civil Rights

The civil rights movement in the United States.

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Disciples of Hatred, In Their Own Words and Images
The New York Times editorial " Disciples of Hatred, In Their Own Words and Images " discusses the Atlanta Center for Civil and Human Rights acquisition of hundreds of postcards from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century that depict the lynching of African Americans and the massive crowds that gathered to watch.
Facing Today December 24, 2008
"I Had Come Face to Face with Evil": Leon Bass Talks about his Experiences of Racism
Video Clip April 6, 2011
'Jena 6' Teen Agrees to a Plea Deal
(CNN, December 3, 2007) According to this news update about Jena 6, Mychal Bell, the 17-year-old black teenager whose arrest and detention led to the "Jena 6" protests, has agreed to a plea deal that could lead to his release by June.
Facing Today April 10, 2008
'Wednesdays in Mississippi' in Memphis
Video Clip January 31, 2012
A Force More Powerful

6 episodes, 30 minutes each
Source: aforcemorepowerful.org

This series uses archival footage to present six stories of nonviolent movements around the world. Each includes interviews with witnesses, survivors and unsung heroes who contributed to these century-changing events.

1. Nashville: “We Were Warriors”

Library Resource December 15, 2009
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement
Unit December 9, 2008
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement Lesson 1
Lesson Plan December 9, 2008
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement Lesson 2
Lesson Plan December 30, 2008
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement Lesson 3
Lesson Plan December 30, 2008
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement Lesson 4
Lesson Plan December 30, 2008
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