Why did the civil rights movement gain so much support in the 1950’s and early 1960’s?

... Alasdair Smith, 5/6 Why did the civil rights movement gain so much support in the 1950's and early 1960's? During the 1950's and early 1960's, segregation in the southern states and other problems faced by Black Americans were still a big problem in the USA. However, during this period, the Civil Rights movement made a considerable amount of progress. This is mainly due to the growth of support the Civil Rights movement received. There are many reasons as to why the Civil Rights movement gained so much support in the 1950's and early 1960's. One factor which shall be considered is the Montgomery bus boycott, which grew support within the black community and also amongst Northern White Americans. Also, peaceful protests such as the Sit-in campaigns and the Freedom Rides should be examined to show how they bolstered support for the movement. Finally, an important event which many say is the biggest

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