Historical Social Movements

Images depicting significant historical events and social movements, including wartime efforts and civil rights protests, from the late 1930s to 1960s.

Empty seats of the Mississippi delegation at the 1964 Democratic National Convention. Led by Fannie Lou Hamer, the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party challenged the credentials of the all-White and anti-civil rights delegation. Aug. 24, 1964.
Empty seats of the Mississippi delegation at the 1964 Democratic National Convention. Led by Fannie Lou Hamer, the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party challenged the credentials of the all-White and anti-civil rights delegation. Aug. 24, 1964.