The Selma to Montgomery marches in 1965 were a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement, highlighting the struggle for voting rights among African Americans. Organized by figures like Martin Luther King Jr., the marches aimed to protest discriminatory laws preventing Black citizens from voting. The brutal response from authorities, especially the events of "Bloody Sunday," garnered nationwide attention, leading to widespread support for the movement. The marches culminated in the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, a significant legislative achievement that aimed to protect and enforce voting rights for racial minorities in the United States.