Ebony Magazine for May 1965, "50,000 March on Montgomery"

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Artifact Overview

Since 1945, Ebony has focused upon issues, personalities, and interests geared to the African-American market. During the civil rights era of the 1950s and 60s, the magazine regularly kept Americans apprised of the movement for equality. This cover features the 1965 March on Montgomery. This nonviolent demonstration helped secure voting rights legislation for all American citizens.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Magazine (Periodical)

Date Made

May 1965

Subject Date

1963

Collection Title

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in With Liberty & Justice for All

Object ID

2003.124.3

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 13.5 in
Width: 10.25 in

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