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Title details for Black Power Salute by Danielle Smith-Llera - Available

Black Power Salute

How a Photograph Captured a Political Protest

by Danielle Smith-Llera
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Two American athletes made history at the 1968 Summer Olympics, but not on the track. They staged a silent protest against racial injustice. Tommie Smith and John Carlos, gold and bronze medalists in the 200-meter sprint, stood with heads bowed and black-gloved fists raised as the national anthem played during the medal ceremony. The Australian silver medalist wore a human rights badge in support. All three would pay a heavy price for their activism. A Life magazine photograph seen by millions would ensure that the silent protest was remembered, and eventually admired, as a symbol of the battle for equality and civil rights.

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Languages

  • English

Levels

  • Lexile® Measure:1110
  • Text Difficulty:7-9

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