feb 21, 1965 - Assassination of Malcom X

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Malcolm X was shot to death by nation of islam while at a rally for his organization. Malcolm X was a follower of islamic teachings and believed in protecting the black identity by any means necessary, including violence. After a pilgrimage to mecca however he changed his ways and started preaching a more moderate approach that was more popular.

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