On March 21, 1965, Martin Luther King Jr. spearheaded a significant march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, with a turnout of approximately 3,200 participants. This event was part of a series of marches aimed at advocating for voting rights for African Americans, following the violent responses during previous attempts. The marchers faced potential hostility along the route as they traversed the 54 miles, determined to highlight the importance of the right to vote and to raise awareness of the broader civil rights movement. The march was protected by federal forces, highlighting the national attention on civil rights issues and the government's commitment to ensuring the march could proceed safely.The participants included people from various backgrounds, including clergy, students, and civil rights activists, displaying solidarity in their pursuit of justice and equality. They carried banners and chanted slogans calling for an end to racial discrimination. The plans included speaking events at each stop along the way, boosting morale and reinforcing the messages of equality and justice. The march concluded with a rally at the Alabama State Capitol, where King and other leaders delivered powerful speeches advocating for voting rights. This march was a critical moment that galvanized support for the Voting Rights Act of 1965.