A SILENT SEA OF PROTEST: THE 1917 CIVIL RIGHTS PARADE

A Silent Sea of Protest: The 1917 Civil Rights Parade

On July 28th, 1917, the streets of the Nation's Capital became a canvas of quiet defiance as thousands marched in the first Silent Parade for Civil Rights. Organized by advocates seeking fairness, this historic gathering sent a powerful statement to the nation: Black Americans deserved full recognition. Though silent, their presence was resounding.

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