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Which American President introduced the Civil Rights Act of 1968? - History

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Which American President introduced the Civil Rights Act of 1968?

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President Lyndon B. Johnson introduced and signed the Civil Rights Act of 1968, also known as the Fair Housing Act, into law. He signed the Act on 11th April, 1968, just days after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as a response to the widespread civil unrest and to honour Dr. King’s legacy.

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Chapter 10: Protest Movements (Civil Rights Movement, Anti-Apartheid Movement and Feminist Movement) - EXERCISE [Page 187]

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Dr. Sachhidananda Banerjee History [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 10 Protest Movements (Civil Rights Movement, Anti-Apartheid Movement and Feminist Movement)
EXERCISE | Q 11. b) | Page 187
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