What was radical group that opposed Black rights in rural areas called?

The radical group that opposed Black rights in rural areas, particularly in the southern United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, was the Ku Klux Klan (KKK). Founded in the aftermath of the Civil War, the KKK aimed to maintain white supremacy through intimidation, violence, and terror against African Americans and their allies. They played a significant role in undermining the civil rights of Black individuals, especially in rural communities.