The 1960s in U.S. history was dominated by the Civil Rights Movement, which sought to end racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans. Key events included the March on Washington in 1963, where Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech, and the enactment of landmark legislation like the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Additionally, the Vietnam War unfolded during this period, sparking widespread protests and counterculture movements. The decade significantly reshaped American society, pushing for greater equality and social justice, while also highlighting divisions within the country.