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September 14, 2025

Letters from an American

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Tragedy and Triumph: The 16th Street Baptist Church Bombing and Civil Rights Movement

This chapter details the heartbreaking bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, which resulted in the deaths of four young girls. It explores the civil rights movement's fight against segregation and the violent backlash from white supremacists, emphasizing the involvement of youth and the event's lasting impact on U.S. history.

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