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Selects: Rosa Parks: Agent of Change

Stuff You Should Know

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Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott

This chapter explores the monumental moment when Rosa Parks refused to surrender her bus seat, igniting the Montgomery Bus Boycott. It emphasizes her courage, the community's response, and the historical context of civil disobedience, highlighting the broader movement for civil rights. The formation of the Montgomery Improvement Association and the subsequent legal challenges are also discussed, illustrating the boycott's significant impact on the fight against segregation.

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