sep 20, 1966 - Rise of Black Power
Description:
Unhappy with the results of the non-violent approach for civil rights, black power emerged in which it urged blacks to defend and take action for themselves instead of relying on whites and the inherently racist system for help. This sprouted the Black Panther party and violence began to ensue between them and the police.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 20, 1966
Now
~ 59 years ago