March 7 - Selma's Bloody Sunday

This episode of Day by Day True Crime Stories delves into the events of Bloody Sunday, March 7, 1965, when peaceful protesters marching for voting rights in Selma, Alabama, were violently confronted by law enforcement. The podcast explores the historical context of voter suppression, the tragic murder of activist Jimmy Lee Jackson, and the subsequent march to Montgomery led by civil rights leaders. The brutal response from the police was captured on television, shocking the nation and leading to significant legislative changes, including the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The episode emphasizes the ongoing struggle for voting rights and the importance of remembering this pivotal moment in American history.#BloodySunday, #Selma, #civilrights, #votingrights, #votersuppression, #crimehistory #onthisdayAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy