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Geronimo Pratt
(1947–2011)
Civil Rights Advocate
United States
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Geronimo Pratt was a civil rights advocate from the United States, best known for Columbia University black panther project.
Quick Facts About Geronimo Pratt
- Born
- September 13, 1947
- Died
- June 2, 2011
- Nationality
- United States
- Profession
- Civil Rights Advocate
- Notable works
- Columbia University black panther project
About Geronimo Pratt
Elmer Gerard "Geronimo" Pratt, also known as Geronimo Ji-Jaga and Geronimo Ji-Jaga Pratt, was a decorated military veteran and a high-ranking member of the Black Panther Party in the United States in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Born in Louisiana, he served two tours in Vietnam, receiving several decorations. He moved to Los Angeles, where he studied at UCLA under the GI Bill and joined the Black Panther Party. He was wrongfully convicted of murder, and imprisoned.
Biography source: Wikipedia
Awards & Honors
Purple Heart
Silver Star
Bronze Star Medal
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