Segregation in 1930s America

Jim Crow laws

Legally enforced segregation from 1876 to 1965, affecting facilities, transport, education, and more.

Consequences of Jim Crow laws

African Americans were treated as second-class citizens, faced segregation, discrimination, and limited access to public services.

Great Depression impact on African Americans

Worsened their conditions, as they were the 'last hired, first fired.' Economic pressures and racism increased.

Roosevelt's New Deal impact on Black Americans

Helped some African Americans through job programs, but many were excluded due to discrimination.

Segregation in education

Black schools received less funding, resources, and quality teachers, which limited future opportunities for Black children.

Role of the KKK in segregation

Used violence and intimidation to suppress Black people's rights and reinforce segregation.

Voting rights restrictions for Black Americans

Faced barriers like literacy tests, poll taxes, and intimidation, making it difficult or impossible to vote.

Significance of 'WHITE' and 'COLORED' signs

Visually demonstrates the deeply rooted, institutionalized racism and separation between races.