Hosea Williams
Recipient of the Purple Heart
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About Hosea Williams
Hosea Williams, in full Hosea Lorenzo Williams, was one of the greatest American political activists in history. He is widely remembered as a trusted lieutenant of the famous Martin Luther King Jr. He also led the “Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless” – a very large social services organization in America.
Background & Education
He was a native of Attapulgus, Georgia. Williams obtained his high school diploma at age 23 and then went on to earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in chemistry from Morris Brown College and Clark Atlanta University, respectively.
Activism
He began his activism as an active member of the NAACP; however, he later became a leading member of the SCLC. Williams made various contributions in the several demonstrations in St. Augustine, Florida, which allegedly influenced the “Civil Rights Act of 1964.”
One of his notable moments in activism was on March 7, 1965, often referred to as “Bloody Sunday.” On that day, he led over 500 marchers in the neighborhoods of Selma, Alabama, during the “Selma Voting Rights Movement.” However, during the march, William’s and his demonstrators suffered a severe beating and tear gas spraying from the police against the protest. His famous slogan was “Unbought and Unbossed.”
Death
He died at age 74, on 16 November 2000, after years of battling cancer.
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F.A.Q. about Hosea Williams
When is his birthday?
Hosea Williams' birthday is on January 5, 1926.
In how many days is his birthday?
Hosea's birthday is in 92 days
How old was Hosea when he died?
He was 74 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 16, 2000.
How old would he be today?
Hosea Williams would be 96 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Hosea from?
He was born in Attapulgus, Georgia, U.S..