Lesson 38 of 84 · Immigration
⭐ 30 XPThe Great Migration: African Americans Move North
The Great Migration was a time when many African Americans moved from the rural South to the northern cities in the early 20th century.
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The Great Migration was a time when many African Americans moved from the rural South to the northern cities in the early 20th century. They sought better jobs, education, and living conditions. This movement changed the face of cities like Chicago and Detroit, as new communities formed, filled with rich culture and talent. The Great Migration was important because it allowed African Americans to find new opportunities and have a voice in a changing society.
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The Great Migration involved many African Americans moving north.
It happened in the early 20th century.
Cities like Chicago and Detroit saw new communities form.
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