The Montgomery Bus Boycott




The Montgomery bus boycott of, 1955-1956, was a very historical event. Two of the most remembered people of this time were Rosa Parks and Dr. King. In order, to efficiently carry out this goal, the Montgomery Improvement Association was formed, with King as their leader. From day one, the bus boycott proved to be immediately successful. Leaders had anticipated about 60% of blacks to participate in the movement, but at the end of day one it was predicted that there was nearly 100% cooperation. People had utilized other ways of transportation such as walking; using cabs, getting rides in private cars and some even rode mules. Finally on December 20, 1956 the mandate came to Montgomery. The next day King, Abernathy, and Nixon were the first to integrate the buses. The boycott was finally over.