Racial Violence During The Progressive Era (jan 1, 1890 – jan 1, 1919)
Description:
Approximately 2,500 African Americans were lynched mostly in the South and several race riots erupted in Southern cities. This violence created several new Black leaders that responded in different ways, and took the first steps towards the Civil Rights Movement.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1890
jan 1, 1919
~ 29 years