Abstract
Although the Civil War had abolished slavery, the black people still suffered from racial discrimination, particularly in the Southern states. Not only did they often feel discriminated against, but were continually looked down upon by their white counterparts in many genres like education, at work places or even on public modes of transport! They were also prohibited to freely exercise their right to vote that was granted to all the citizens in the 15th Amendment of the Constitution. However owing to the constantly evolving minds, they rapidly claimed for desegregation after the World War II. Though initially based on non-violence, civil right movements rapidly turned into uncontrollable riots and murders. Before discussing the consequences of the civil right movements it is quintessential to describe the birth of these civil right movements. We also need to broach upon the peaceful measures that were undertaken to combat the effects of racial discrimination. And finally, we need to talk about the radicalization of the movements, which fortunately, did not hinder desegregation.
