Breaking the Chains: The Origins and Forces Behind the Civil Rights Movement

This piece delves into the complex origins and driving forces behind the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. It explores the historical context of systemic racism and segregation, the impact of the Great Migration, the post-World War II push for equality, and the pivotal events and figures that galvanized a nation to challenge the status quo. Through an examination of these factors, the article sheds light on why the movement emerged when it did and how it succeeded in reshaping American society.