Lesson 6 of 84 · Immigration
⭐ 30 XPThe Great Migration: African Americans Move North
The Great Migration refers to the period from about 1916 to 1970 when millions of African Americans moved from the rural South to urban areas in the North.
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The Great Migration refers to the period from about 1916 to 1970 when millions of African Americans moved from the rural South to urban areas in the North. They were seeking better economic opportunities and escaping the oppressive conditions of Jim Crow laws that enforced racial segregation. This migration dramatically changed the demographics of cities like Chicago and Detroit, allowing African Americans to establish vibrant communities and contribute to cultural movements like the Harlem Renaissance.
Key Facts
The Great Migration occurred from 1916 to 1970.
Many left the South to escape Jim Crow laws.
It led to the growth of vibrant African American communities in the North.
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1 of 2What was one reason for the Great Migration?
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