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What role did World War 2 play in the development of the civil rights movement?

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There are at least three ways in which World War II helped to lead to the Civil Rights Movement. First, the rhetoric of America's involvement in WWII helped to make it seem more important to give equal rights to African Americans. hope this helps.

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African Americans risked their lives for there country

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