Answers.com > Wiki Answers > Categories > History, Politics & Society > History > US History > What does the klux in ku klux klan stand for?

What does the klux in ku klux klan stand for?

In: US History, African-American History, Ku Klux Klan [Edit categories]

Answer:

The two words "Ku Klux" mean "circle" in greek: It is the alteration of the word κύκλος (kyklos):circle

First answer by The Celtic Roman. Last edit by Lukia. Contributor trust: 65 [recommend contributor ]. Question popularity: 1 [recommend question].

[report abuse]

Can you answer these US History questions?

	Who was to blame for the plight of immigrant workers?	Answer it!
	What was an American political leader was a dove during the Vietnam war?	Answer it!
	Who provided a theoretical basis for many of the programs undertake by the new deal?	Answer it!
	What craftsman made wheels carts and wagons?	Answer it!
	What is the second most popular country in the world?	Answer it!

What does Ku Klux Klan stand for?
white supremacy It's Ku Klux Klan (aka KKK) a white supremicist organization. It comes from the Greek word for circle or ring - "kuklos", and the Scottish/Irish family unit "clan" as...
Where is the Ku Klux Klan now?
i think there in the south of the north America but no sure!
Who were the Ku Klux Klan compromised of?
White Protestants
What do the ku klux klan do and why?
The KKK hate any one who is not like them. They are white and ignorant, so they hate any one who is not white or who is open-minded. They hate people because they are paranoid and afraid of...
Who was influenced by the ku klux klan?
white southerners