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What event triggered the founding of the Black Panther Party in Oakland, California?
The murder of unarmed teenager Matthew Johnson by San Francisco police
What philosophical concept inspired the Black Panther Party?
Self-determination for African Americans
What was the main objective of the Black Panther Party's 10-Point Program?
To achieve full employment and freedom for black and oppressed communities
What community program was established by the Black Panther Party?
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What was the purpose of the Black Panther Party's free breakfast program?
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Which of the following was NOT a demand outlined in the 10-Point Program?
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Who were the founding members of the Black Panther Party?
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What was a notable activity of the Black Panthers in black neighborhoods?
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Who took over as the leader of the Black Panthers in 1967?
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What was a major criticism of Eldridge Cleaver's memoir, 'Soul on Ice'?
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What was a significant internal issue faced by the Black Panthers?
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What contributed to the decline and eventual dissolution of the Black Panthers in 1982?
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What was the alleged crime committed by Huey Newton in 1967?
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What was a significant aspect of the Black Panthers' interaction with police officers?
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Study Notes
The Black Panther Party's Origin Story
- Founded in 1966 by Huey Newton and Bobby Seale in Oakland, California
- Originally known as the Black Panther Party for Self-Defense
- Created in response to the murder of unarmed teenager Matthew Johnson by San Francisco police
- Inspired by the teachings of Malcolm X and the concept of self-determination for African Americans
The 10-Point Program
- Outlined in 1966, outlining the party's agenda, philosophical views, and political objectives
- The 10 points include:
- Freedom and power to determine the destiny of black and oppressed communities
- Full employment for black people
- An end to robbery by capitalists of black and oppressed communities
- Decent housing and education for black people
- Free healthcare for all black and oppressed people
- An immediate end to police brutality and murder of black people
- An immediate end to all wars of aggression
- Freedom for all black and oppressed people in U.S. prisons and jails
- Trials by a jury of peers for all persons charged with crimes
- Land, bread, housing, education, clothing, justice, peace, and people's community control of modern technology
Community Programs and Activities
- Established free health clinics in 13 black communities across the country
- Implemented free breakfast programs for school children in different parts of the U.S.
- Carried unconcealed loaded weapons and monitored local police activities in black neighborhoods
- Engaged in political activism and social change
Controversy and Turmoil
- Attracted controversy, especially regarding interactions with the U.S. government and police
- Huey Newton allegedly killed Oakland police officer John Frey in 1967
- The panthers were known for carrying loaded weapons and interacting with police officers, which led to tensions and conflicts
Leadership and Challenges
- Eldridge Cleaver took over as leader in 1967 after Newton's arrest and Bobby Seale's imprisonment
- Cleaver's memoir, "Soul on Ice," was a critical and commercial success, but drew criticism for depictions of violence and sexism
- The party faced internal issues, including sexism, patriarchy, and violence against women
- The organization faced external challenges, including FBI surveillance and infiltration, which contributed to its decline and eventual dissolution in 1982
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