Historical Events tagged with "scopes trial"
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Butler Act Enacted Against Evolution Teaching
The Butler Act was enacted in Tennessee to officially prohibit the teaching of human evolution in public schools, reflecting the cultural clash between modern science and traditional beliefs. This legislative action came amid a national debate over Darwinian theory and creationism, driven by religious advocacy groups. The law aimed to prevent educators from addressing evolution, making it illegal to teach any human origin theory that contradicted biblical scripture. The law created significant legal conflicts, igniting public discussions and court cases centered on educational freedom and the separation of church and state.
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