Distinguish between Civil Rights Movements (1954-1968) and The Black Power Movement (1966-1975) Movements in the USA.

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Distinguish between Civil Rights Movements (1954-1968) and The Black Power Movement (1966-1975) Movements in the USA.

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answered Mar 28, 2018 by faiz (82,347 points) 6 6 11

Civil Rights Movement : (1954-1968)
Refers to a set of events and reform movements aimed at legally abolishing racial discrimination against African-Americans. Led by Martin Luther King Junior, this movement practiced non-violent methods.

The Black Power Movement :
This Movement emerged in 1966 and lasted till 1975, which was more militant anti-racist movement, advocating even violence if necessary to end racism in the U.S.

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