The Year 1966 in 21 Historical Images (Part 2)

In October 1966, Huey P. Newton co-founded the Black Panther Party in Oakland, California, alongside Bobby Seale. The organization advocated for Black empowerment, armed self-defense, and community aid programs, including free breakfasts for children. Newton’s powerful portrait became an instant symbol of Black resistance, solidifying the party’s defining presence during the height of the Civil Rights movement.