The Rise and Fall of Jim Crow

Season 1 Episode 4: Terror and Triumph (1940-1954)

Amid the surge of black activism following World War II, prolonged legal battles led to Supreme Court decisions that opened doors and restored voting rights for blacks. The battle for freedom, dignity, and opportunity throughout America continued through the '50s and '60s -- and in many respects, continues today.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

1

Episodes:

4

Actor:

Richard Roundtree

Quality:

HD

Status:

Ended

First Air:

2002

IMDb:

7.0