The movement aimed to end racial segregation in the United States is known as the Civil Rights Movement. This social and political campaign emerged prominently in the 1950s and 1960s, advocating for the rights of African Americans and challenging systemic racism and discrimination. Key figures like Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Malcolm X played vital roles in mobilizing people through protests, legal challenges, and public appeals for justice and equality. Landmark events, such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington, garnered national attention and ultimately led to significant legislative changes, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.