"Brown v. Board of Education" was a landmark Supreme Court case decided in 1954. It challenged the legality of racial segregation in public schools. The case was brought by Oliver Brown, a parent who wanted his daughter, Linda Brown, to attend a nearby white school instead of a segregated black school. The Court ruled that "separate but equal" educational facilities were inherently unequal, violating the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment. This decision was a significant step in the Civil Rights Movement, as it helped dismantle segregation in schools across the United States. It set a precedent for future cases and inspired activists to fight for equality and justice, ultimately leading to greater social change.