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August 6, 1965

Voting Rights Act is signed

The law becomes a central federal safeguard for Black voting rights.

Canonical milestoneWashington, D.C., United States1 timeline

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TimelineTimeline of Civil Rights in the United States

Position 17

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National ArchivesConfidence 99%

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