dec 1, 1955 - Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott
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Rosa Park's action fired up the need for the Bus Boycott led by MLK. The impact of the Boycott was immediately felt by the major bus comapnies. Due to these boycotts, the US Supreme court ruled in favor of African Americans leading to the seating policy being removed. This event was a success for the African Americans in their fight against social struggle.
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