After WWII, the US granted citizenship to Chinese and Filipino Americans who supported the war effort. Japanese allies were placed in concentration camps. #WWIIHistory #Citizenship #AsianAmericanHistory #PacificTheater

Racial hatred and apartheid faced by Chinese and Filipino immigrants during WWII took an ironic turn. They became US allies against Japan, transforming their wartime experience. #WWIIHistory #AsianAmericanHistory #PacificTheater #HistoricalIrony

Discover how the Civil Rights Movement reshaped American history and led to landmark legislation under President Lyndon B. Johnson. In this episode, learn how the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ended discrimination in employment, education, and public spaces, and how the Voting Rights Act of 1965 protected voting rights for people of color. This video also explores Johnson’s War on Poverty and its connection to the fight for equality.Watch to understand the impact of civil rights activism, key federal laws, and how these historic changes continue to influence American democracy today. Perfect for students, educators, and anyone interested in U.S. history, government, and social justice.

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