“We are going to emancipate ourselves from mental slavery because whilst others might free the body, none but ourselves can free the mind. Mind is your only ruler, sovereign. The man who is not able to develop and use his mind is bound to be the slave of the other man who uses his mind.”
Quote by Marcus Garvey
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The Marcus Garvey and Universal Negro Improvement Association Papers
The Marcus Garvey and Universal Negro Improvement Association Papers is a comprehensive compilation of documents from the archives of Marcus Garvey and the Universal Negro Improvement Association. It includes letters, speeches, and organizational records, offering a detailed look into the activities and ideas of Garvey and his movement. The collection provides insight into the struggle for civil rights and the fight for the empowerment of African Americans during the early 20th century. more
Author
Marcus Garvey
Marcus Garvey, born on August 17, 1887, and died on June 10, 1940, was a prominent publisher, politician, social activist, and leader of the Black Rights Movement from Jamaica. He advocated for African nationalism and the idea of black people returning to Africa, promoting the concepts of black self-determination and unity on a global scale. more
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