First Massive African American Protest in American History (July 28, 1917) were children in New York City participating in the Silent Protest Parade against the East St. Louis Riots. Between 8,000 and 10,000 African-Americans marched against lynching and anti-black violence in a protest. The march was precipitated by the East St. Louis Riot of May and … Continue reading The First Massive African American Protest in U.S. History Was Led By Children Marching Against Lynching In The Silent Protest Parade