dec 5, 1955 - The Montgomeru Bus Boycott (1955) The Montgomery Bus Boycott was a collective effortAfricanican Americans to challenge the segregation of whites and blacks on public transport. Rosa Parks was a major figure in the bus boycotts, as her actions inspired other African Americans to take action. This event was a major turning point for the civil rights movement, as it was one of the first victories for desegregation. (Timeline)