Historical analysis of the experiences of indigenous peoples and African Americans in the United States emerged in the context of which of the following developments?

The historical analysis of the experiences of indigenous peoples and African Americans in the United States gained significant momentum during the process of decolonization in the 1960s. This era was marked by a global wave of anti-colonial movements, where many countries sought independence from colonial powers, and it sparked a broader awareness of issues related to race, identity, and cultural heritage within the United States.

During this time, there was a growing recognition and critique of systemic injustices faced by marginalized groups, including African Americans and Native Americans. Civil rights movements in the U.S. were informed by the global struggle against colonialism, and activists sought not only to end legal discrimination but also to reclaim cultural identity and autonomy. This context allowed for a deeper exploration and understanding of indigenous and African American histories, cultures, and contributions, as scholars began to examine narratives that had previously been overlooked or marginalized.

In contrast, while the reform and abolitionist movements of the 1840s and the progressive movement of the 1890s also addressed social justice issues, they did not focus as comprehensively on the systemic legacies of colonialism and their impact on indigenous peoples and African Americans. The flowering of literary modernism during the 1920s, while influential in