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The Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail is a 54-mile trail that commemorates the events, people, and route of the 1965 Voting Rights March in Alabama. Led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this march was a fight for the right to vote in Central Alabama. Those who visit the trail can learn about the history, places, and stories that influenced the marches, and ultimately, the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Visitors can also explore the interpretive centers and immerse themselves in the stories and events that were transformative for the Voting Rights Movement in Alabama.