The Nation of Islam is founded in Detroit, blending Black nationalism with a distinctive religious teaching.
At a Glance
- Date
- 22 November 1930
- Location
- Detroit, Michigan
- Key people
- Wallace D. Fard, Elijah Muhammad
- Category
- Religion
- Source
- Historical accounts (1930) · Britannica
What It Meant Then
It would shape Black religious and political life through leaders like Elijah Muhammad and Malcolm X.
What It Means Now
The movement remains a significant force in Black America.
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