The March on Washington: A Primary Source Exploration of the Pivotal Protest

From the Little Rock Nine to the March on Washington, people spoke, shouted, and sang their beliefs. Some wanted equal treatment for blacks and whites. Others were determined to keep the races separate. Let primary sources set the scene and tell the story of the U.S. civil rights movement. The March on Washington brought 200,000 people together. They spoke of equality for people of all races. They spoke of a dream for a better future. Explore the points of view of the people who led the Mar...