Malcolm X
Minister and civil rights activist
Born
May 19th, 1925
100 years ago
Died
February 21st, 1965
60 years ago — 39 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the civil rights movement, advocated for the rights of African Americans. Played a key role as a national spokesman for the Nation of Islam and later founded the Organization of Afro-American Unity. Emphasized black empowerment, self-sufficiency, and the need for racial justice. Assassinated in 1965, leaving a significant impact on civil rights discourse.
Served as a national spokesman for the Nation of Islam
Founded the Organization of Afro-American Unity
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