The Black Panther Party In The 1950's

Making a powerful statement for black equality, African Americans took the world to its knees in the era of the 1950’s-1960’s by forming the Black Panther Party. This movement displayed an intolerance for harsh accusations, brutality and unjust treatment. At that time African Americans made a huge impact on every race, not just their own. The group wanted to ensure that all African Americans would have access to an equal opportunity in employment, education, housing, and granted entry to every public facility without being harassed with inscresiating words. In attempt to embed this matter in society, the Black Panther Party was formed to stop police brutality against innocent African Americans. This action and their party leaders took Oakland, California by storm. The party was considered to be “the greatest threat...”. ("Hoover and the F.B.I." 1)
The two original members responsible for the creation of the movement were Mr. Bobby Seale and Huey Newton. The founders of the association, Bobby Seale and Huey Newton worked hard to fulfill and succeed in the goal that were set forth for the party. The founders and party members dedicated their lives to making sure that African Americans would have the right to protect themselves against ruthless police officers, even though the consequences were deadly. They started food programs to feed children who could not afford it, considering there personal situations at home. Firearms were being fired from the pure hands of black men and women. “The group fought against the United States government to establish revolutionary socialism through mass organizing and African American based programs that would benefit the black community”. (Joseph Peniel