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February 21, 1965

Malcolm X Assassinated

Malcolm X, influential Black nationalist leader and human rights advocate, was assassinated while speaking at the Audubon Ballroom in New York City.

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May 19, 1925

Malcolm X Born

Malcolm X, one of the most influential African American leaders, was born Malcolm Little in Omaha, Nebraska.

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August 11, 1921

Alex Haley Born

Author Alex Haley, who wrote "Roots" and "The Autobiography of Malcolm X," was born in Ithaca, New York.

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October 30, 1974

Ozzie Davis Delivers Malcolm X Eulogy

Muhammad Ali defeated George Foreman in the "Rumble in the Jungle" in Kinshasa, Zaire.

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February 21, 1965

Death of Malcolm X

Civil rights leader Malcolm X was assassinated in New York City.

November 1, 1965

Release of 'The Autobiography of Malcolm X'

The influential book detailing the life of Malcolm X, co-authored by Alex Haley, was published.

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