The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a landmark piece of legislation in Black history. It was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson on July 2, 1964, after a long and contentious battle in Congress. The act outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, and ended segregation in public places such as schools, workplaces, and public facilities.

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a crucial victory for the Civil Rights Movement, which had been fighting for equality and justice for African Americans for decades. The act was a major step towards dismantling the legal barriers that had enforced racial segregation and discrimination in the United States.

The passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 marked a significant turning point in the struggle for civil rights and equality for African Americans. It paved the way for future civil rights legislation and set the stage for the further advancement of civil rights and social justice in the United States.