oct 16, 1968 - Black power salute
Description:
During their medal ceremony in the Olympic Stadium in Mexico City on October 16, 1968, two African-American athletes, Tommie Smith and John Carlos, each raised a black-gloved fist during the playing of the US national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner". This action promoted the black power movement on a global level.Added to timeline:
Date:
oct 16, 1968
Now
~ 56 years ago