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Fannie Lou Hamer
Fannie Lou Hamer | |
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 Hamer in 1971 | |
| Born | Fannie Lou Townsend October 6, 1917 |
| Died | March 14, 1977 (aged 59) Mound Bayou, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Burial place | Ruleville, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Organization(s) | National Women's Political Caucus Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee National Council of Negro Women |
| Known for | Civil rights leader |
| Title | Vice chairwoman of Freedom Democratic Party; Co-founder of National Women's Political Caucus |
| Political party | Freedom Democratic Party |
| Movement | Civil rights movement Women's rights |
| Spouse | Perry "Pap" Hamer |
| Children | 2 |
| Awards | Inductee of the National Women's Hall of Fame |
Fannie Lou Hamer (/ˈheɪmər/; née Townsend; October 6, 1917 – March 14, 1977) was an influential American activist who fought for equal rights. Hamer protested for racial equality and reproductive rights in America. She is known for speaking for the African American group at an important national all-white meeting. Hamer was also a church singer. Her perseverance and rebellious spirit allowed her to help others, and make a long-lasting impact.
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