The Ku Klux Klan: A History of Racism and Violence since 1866 January 24, 2024 1 min read Public Domain Wild, irrational, killing hate has led men and women throughout our history to extremes of violence. 011224-45-History-Racism Originally published by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), republished for educational, non-commercial purposes. About the Author Matthew McIntosh Administrator Visit Website View All Posts What do you feel about this? 0% Love 0% Funny 0% Wow 0% Sad 0% Angry Post navigation Previous: How Racism in the Courtroom Produces Wrongful Convictions and Mass IncarcerationNext: What Are the Best Beers for a Casino Night? Related Stories Unraveling a “Ghost” Neanderthal Lineage in Europe October 12, 2025 Wo-Chi-Ca: A Summer Haven for Black Artists from the Early to Mid-20th Century October 11, 2025 Congo Square: Music and Community for Black Americans in the 18th and 19th Centuries October 11, 2025