2. Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks, often hailed as the “mother of the civil rights movement,” made history when she refused to give up her seat to a white passenger on a Montgomery, Alabama, bus in 1955. Her act of defiance became a catalyst for the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a pivotal moment in the American Civil Rights Movement.
This year-long protest not only challenged racial segregation but also galvanized nationwide efforts for equality. Parks’ bravery and determination continue to inspire activists around the world. She is a key part of the history of the Civil Rights Movement.
