the origin and history of the kkk or ku klux klan Claim: the national rifle association was formed for the express purpose of driving out the ku klux klan and helping freed slaves defend themselves against racist attacks.
{"Image ImageDescription": "circa 1930:  Members of the American white supremecist organisation, the Ku Klux Klan dressed in ceremonial robes and hoods.  One is holding an American flag.  (Photo by Henry Guttmann Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)"}