The major social movement that took place in the United States during the 1960s was the Civil Rights Movement. This movement sought to end racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans and to ensure their legal rights. Key figures, such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, emerged, leading protests, marches, and campaigns to raise awareness of systemic injustices. Landmark events, including the March on Washington and the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, were pivotal in securing legal protections for marginalized communities and advancing social change.