Homonym: K. K. K. (Klan)
The K. K. K., or Ku Klux Klan, is a white supremacist organization in the United States that was founded in the aftermath of the Civil War in 1865. It originally aimed to resist the Reconstruction efforts and maintain white dominance through intimidation and violence against African Americans and their allies. The Klan is known for its distinctive white robes and hoods, which symbolize its members' anonymity.
Throughout its history, the K. K. K. has experienced several revivals, particularly during the 1920s and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. The organization has been involved in numerous acts of violence, including lynchings and bombings, and has been widely condemned for its racist ideology and actions.