THE 1917 SILENT PARADE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS: A SEA OF SILENCE

On July 28th, 1917, the streets of New York City became a stage of quiet defiance as thousands marched in the first Silent Parade for Civil Rights. Organized by advocates seeking justice, this historic procession sent a powerful cry to the nation: Black Americans yearned full citizenship. Though silent, their presence was unforgettable. Men and wom