How Did the Experiences of African-Americans During World War II

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Essay

How did the experiences of African-Americans during World War II lay the foundation for the modern civil rights movement?

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Refuse Act

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Clean Water Act

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Water Pollution

The contamination of water bodies such as lakes, rivers, oceans, and groundwater caused by harmful substances or heat, which degrades water quality and adversely affects aquatic ecosystems and human health.

Environmental Impact Statement

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