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Ku Klux Klan

Ku Klux Klan (KKK) or the "the Klan" is the extremist right wing secret society in the US that opposes black emancipation, asserts white supremacy, and democratic rule through terrorism and violence.

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Do vanpires exist?

Yes, I am one! But don't worry,only bad ones suck blood! Good ones suck nectar!

What does a burning cross signify?

Cross burning symbolizes "condemning" people to hell.

What other religions wear clothes like the KKK?

The KKK is a cult and not a religion although they would like you to believe otherwise. Some monks do wear cloaks with the pointed hoods lowered over their faces, but nothing like the KKK covering their faces with holes for their eyes and a flap for their mouths. If you believe in what you are doing and you don't have anything to hide then there is no reason to hide behind a costume such as the KKK. The modern KKK works in a different manor now and only wear their sheets (the leader is in red) at private meetings.

How did the Ku Klux Klan treat blacks?

The KKK (klu klux klan) burned crosses, wore white robes with pointy hats, this is all very true. However, the KKK also used to kill the races they hated undercover. The made speechs about how they hated races like African-Americans or religions like Catholism.

Does the Ku Klux Klan burning cross symbolize a declaration of war?

No. The Ku Klux Klan burning a cross symbolize does not symbolize a declaration of war.

A burning cross was used in Scotland to signal a declaration of war and thus to draw the clans together to form an army. A variant of this was used as late as 1812.

The Klan's burning of a cross is used to intimidate people. Some Klan members claim that it is an illumination of a cross to symbolize the members' faith. Others reference the Emperor Constantine's vision of a burning cross that led to his conversion to Christianity.

Why does it sometimes say KKKK insted of KKK?

Because people make mistakes and they forget how many K's are in the name. Don't worry about that too much.

How much is case xx ku klux klan knife worth?

i had one and i got $150 for it it was a numbered kkk case xxx knife with red case

What is the Latin for Ku Klux Klan?

There is no translation for it into any language - it doesn't mean anything. The nearest to it might be Greek kuklos - circle.

Circle is circus in Latin.

How did the KKK influence a large group of people?

Sadly, the KKK did and still does have influence in society. The KKK encouraged and influenced people to hate other racial groups and try to brainwash people into believing in a superior race.

How did the members of the Ku Klux Klan demonstrate their anger towards the African Americans?

Various ways. Constant bullying either verbally or by force. Lynching, bombing and various methods of murder/maiming.

Did the KKK come to Maine at any point?

Yes. It thrived in Maine in the 1920s. It was the largest and most active clan outside of the south with around 150,000 members.

Is the KKK still active in Utah?

As a lifelong citizen of Utah, I swear that I have never heard about any dealings of the KKK in Utah.

What was Robert gould shaw famous for?

Robert Gould Shaw Was famous for being one of the leaders to help win the civil war.

Ya but not only that but it was because he was in charge of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry... It was the first regiment that was all African Americans. They all wanted to fight. Shaw finally figured out that the person making all the decisions was planning to only use them for labor. So Shaw kind of blackmailed him so that they would be able to fight. They got to lead the attack on fort Wagner, which ultimately failed and Shaw died because he got shot by one of the confederates.

What did the KKK ceremonies consist of?

NEVER BEEN..IDK? ACCORDING TO RESEARCH, A CROSS LIGHTING CEREMONY,ALONG WITH WEARING UR FULL UNIFORM,IS REQUIRED. FORMNG A CIRCLE OF MEMBERS, AROUND THE BURNING CROSS..RACIST CHANTS...REPEATING..TAKING OF "OATHS"..RITUALISTIC EVENT.

Were any KKK members ever convicted of a crime against blacks?

Yes, in recent years they have been. Some committed several major crimes in the 1950's and 60's and now they have gone to trial for what they did. The people who protected them died or became a witness against them. Finally, justice is working for the people they murdered.

Why did the KKK become stronger?

they gained members of the kkk also they threatened black people by hanging, shooting and robbing them

Which president took action against the ku klux klan?

President Ulysses S. Grant was the president who took action against the Ku Klux Klan. He helped to pass the Klan Act in 1871.

What happened in 1871 which temporarily stripped the KKK of much of its power?

Congressed passed legislation designed to destroy the KKK and did so.

How were the KKK successful in meeting their goals?

Intimidation and violence told people what they wanted to hear