Malcolm X, born Malcolm Little, also known as Detroit Red and Al-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz (Omaha, Nebraska, May 19, 1925 – February 21, 1965 in New York City) was a Muslim Minister and National Spokesman for the Nation of Islam. He was also founder of the Muslim Mosque, Inc. and the Organization of Afro-American Unity.
During his life, Malcolm went from being a drug dealer and burglar[1] to one of the most prominent black nationalist leaders in the United States; he was considered by some as a martyr of Islam and a champion of equality. As a militant leader, Malcolm X advocated black pride, economic self-reliance, and identity politics. He ultimately rose to become a world-renowned African American/Pan-Africanist and human rights activist.
Following a pilgrimage to Mecca in 1964, Malcolm converted to orthodox Sunni Islam. Less than a year later he was assassinated in Washington Heights on the first day of National Brotherhood Week. Although three members of the Nation of Islam were convicted of his assassination (one of whom confessed), there are several conspiracy theories positing the involvement of elements of the United States Government.
If you want to know more about him, please check the website:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malcolm_X
2006-11-06 15:51:01
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answered by vakayil k 7
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The freedom fighter or the cricket player. I think Malcom X was a great man who was really a martyr of the Islam faith. I think that Malcom Marshall was one of the greatest bowlers of all time. I only wish he was still alive(both of them)
2006-11-06 12:10:34
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answered by Anonymous
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Can't say I have ever met the bloke. but he does sound like a interesting fellow
2006-11-06 13:19:16
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answered by swampyparty 3
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who doesn't,he was a great Cricketer! comprende Padro????.
2006-11-06 07:50:11
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answered by $GET SOME$ 3
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