Brown v. Board — significance?
Declared school segregation unconstitutional
Brown v. Board — decision?
Segregation in schools unconstitutional.
Overturned — Plessy v. Ferguson?
Yes, in 1954, ending 'separate but equal'
Overturned 'separate but equal' doctrine.
Separate facilities — inherently unequal?
Yes, the ruling established this principle
Impact on civil rights?
Catalyzed desegregation and civil rights movement.
Resistance to Brown?
'Massive resistance' policies emerged.
Psychological effects — Black children?
Negative effects on self-esteem and identity.
Legal basis before 1954?
'Separate but equal' doctrine.
Significance of ruling?
Declared racial segregation in education unconstitutional.
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