Loving v. Virginia was a landmark civil rights case in 1967 where the United States Supreme Court ruled that state laws banning interracial marriage were unconstitutional. The case involved Richard Loving, a White man, and Mildred Jeter, a Black woman, who were sentenced to one year in prison for marrying each other in Virginia, which had laws prohibiting interracial marriage at the time.

The Lovings challenged the constitutionality of these laws, arguing that they violated their Fourteenth Amendment rights to equal protection and due process. The Supreme Court, in a unanimous decision, struck down those laws, making interracial marriage legal in all 50 states.

The Loving v. Virginia case is a significant moment in Black history as it not only legalized interracial marriage but also highlighted the ongoing struggle for civil rights and equality in America. The Lovings' courage and determination paved the way for greater social acceptance and legal recognition of interracial relationships.