After World War II, a significant societal change in America was the movement towards civil rights and greater social equality. The war effort had created job opportunities for many marginalized groups, especially African Americans, leading to increased awareness of social injustices. Returning soldiers and societal shifts after the war fueled the demand for civil rights, culminating in key events such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the formation of influential organizations like the NAACP. The post-war era also saw the emergence of the baby boom, economic prosperity, and the growth of the middle class, fundamentally transforming American society towards greater inclusivity versus segregation.