Historical Events tagged with "bobby seale"
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Social Movements & Civil Rights
Founding of the Black Panther Party
October 15th, 1966 58 years ago
Huey P. Newton and Bobby Seale founded the Black Panther Party in Oakland, California, with the aim of addressing systemic inequalities, advocating for civil rights, and promoting self-defense among African Americans. The organization emerged in response to issues of police brutality, racial injustice, and the struggles faced by the Black community during a time of significant national upheaval. Focused on community programs, legal rights, and armed patrols, the party gained widespread attention and support for its initiatives.
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