Date/Time
Date(s) - 01/14/2017
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
The Center for Civil and Human Rights
100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd
Atlanta
Georgia,
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July 4, 1930 - "Elijah Muhammad Forms Nation of Islam in Detroit" Elijah Muhammad formed the Nation of Islam in Detroit, Michigan, beginning what became an introduction to many African-Americans to the Islamic faith. The organization is famous for its role in organizing the black community in urban centers around America. It also
is where Malcolm X began his career as a freedom fighter and religious leader. The Nation of Islam has been a source of protection, organization, refuge and resistance since its founding.
