The Story of the Selma Voting Rights Marches in Photographs (The Story of the Civil Rights Movement in Photographs)

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a momentous victory for civil rights activists. But one major obstacle remained in the path toward equal rights for African Americans: the right to vote. In the South, segregationists prevented African Americans from voting. Civil rights leaders believed it was time for strong action and chose Selma, Alabama, as the rallying point. There, the marches and protests captured the nation's attention. Through gripping primary source photographs, author David Aretha explores this important time in American history. "Explores the Selma Voting Rights Marches of 1965, including the causes of the protests, the march organizers, the violence surrounding the events, and the impact the marches had on the passage of the Voting Rights Act"--Provided by publisher. Introduction Demanding to vote Hundreds of arrests Bloody Sunday Steps toward justice Marching to freedom Victory at last Conclusion Rights movement timeline Further reading (books and internet addresses) Index.