The sixties bring a change in southern society. The Civil Rights Movement unite Blacks and Whites seeking an end to segregation once and for all. Young people across the country join the Peace Movement to protest the United States involvement in Southeast Asia. Women demand equal rights and work for a constitutional amendment. Now, Brooklyn falls into a decline.
Civic leaders decide to demolish the entire area, rather than spend the money in repairs.
Most of the families, businesses, churches and schools must relocate. Ford Comes For Meck-Dec.