Rosa Parks was a Civil Rights icon who led the Montgomery bus boycott after her courageous refusal to give up her bus seat to a white passenger. Her act of defiance became a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement, symbolizing resistance against racial segregation and injustice. Parks' bravery galvanized community action and inspired countless others to engage in the fight for equality. Her contributions to civil rights continue to be celebrated as fundamental to achieving social change and advancing the cause of justice in America.