Date/Time
Date(s) - 01/21/2017
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
9th and Madison Street
9th and Madison St
Oakland
CA,
Categories
https://www.facebook.com/events/299394117127175/
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.
