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 New York City became a tableau of quiet defiance as thousands marched in the inaugural Silent Parade for Civil Rights. Organized by advocates seeking justice, this historic gathering sent a powerful message to the nation: Black Americans yearned full participation. Though silent, their presence was resounding. Men

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