How The FBI Fought Against The Civil Rights Movement | White House Tapes | Real History

From the 1960s onwards, America was experiencing huge social change. The civil rights movement was a huge part of this with both black and white Americans standing up to archaic segregation laws. Although their fight would eventually be won, behind the scenes powerful figures tried their best to prevent this. One of which is J Edgar Hoover, the director of the FBI. This documentary explores now declassified conversations from important figures in the American government and FBI to tell the story of the shadow plot against civil rights. From the ancient civilizations of years past to the dawn of the Space Race, every week we’ll be bringing you award-winning documentaries featuring some of the world’s best historians. Subscribe so you don’t miss out. Real History is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@