Jim Crow era

Definition

The Jim Crow era refers to the period between the late 19th century and mid-20th century when racial segregation laws were enforced in Southern states. These laws enforced racial discrimination and denied African Americans basic civil rights.

Related terms

Segregation: The enforced separation of different racial groups in public facilities such as schools, transportation, or housing.

Plessy v. Ferguson: A Supreme Court case that established the "separate but equal" doctrine, allowing racial segregation as long as facilities were deemed equal.

Civil Rights Movement: A social and political movement in the mid-20th century that aimed to end racial segregation and discrimination.