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Russell Means

Oglala Lakota activist for the rights of Native American people (1939-2012) · United States · On the map · Activists · Died at 72

Russell Charles Means was an Oglala Lakota activist for the rights of Native Americans, libertarian political activist, actor, musician and writer.

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2012Died22 October 20121973In historyWounded Knee OccupationWith Richard Nixon 2 more1939Born10 November 1939

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He became a prominent member of the American Indian Movement (AIM) after joining the organization in December 1969 and helped organize notable events that attracted national and international media coverage.

Country
United States
Category
Activists
Type
Activist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1939 to 2012 · aged 72

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