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niyad

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Mon May 22, 2017, 11:12 AM May 2017

the google doodle today honours richard oakes, native american activist (alcatraz occupation)

Richard Oakes (activist)



Akwesasne, New York, U.S.
Died September 20, 1972 (aged 30)
Sonoma, California, U.S.
Nationality Mohawk Nation
Occupation Activist
Known for Occupation of Alcatraz
Children Bryan

Richard Oakes (May 22, 1942 – September 20, 1972)[1] was a Mohawk Native American activist who promoted the idea that Native peoples have a right to sovereignty, justice, respect, and control over their own destinies. His legacy reflects the struggles of Native peoples and all people to maintain their land, identity, and lifeways.

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the google doodle today honours richard oakes, native american activist (alcatraz occupation) (Original Post) niyad May 2017 OP
Awesome roscoeroscoe May 2017 #1
you are most welcome niyad May 2017 #2
Certainly Worthy Bayard May 2017 #3
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