Historical Events tagged with "anti-racism"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
Mass Shooting Claims Ten Lives in Buffalo
A mass shooting occurred at Tops Friendly Markets in Buffalo, New York, resulting in the deaths of ten individuals. The shooter, who was later identified as an 18-year-old man, targeted a predominantly Black neighborhood, and the incident was motivated by racial hatred. The shooting took place in the afternoon, creating chaos and panic among shoppers and witnesses present in the store and parking lot.
Continue ReadingMalcolm X's Visit to Smethwick
Malcolm X visited Smethwick, near Birmingham, after the racially-charged 1964 UK general election, which highlighted issues of race and immigration. His visit aimed to inspire local Black communities and promote civil rights. Malcolm X's presence emphasized the connection of racial struggles in the US to those faced by Black Britons, igniting discussions on race and equality in the UK.
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