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The most potent weapon in the hands of the oppressor is the mind of the oppressed. - Steve Biko

The most potent weapon in the hands of the oppressor is the mind of the oppressed. - Steve Biko

Round, white button with a quotation by Stephen Biko, a leader of the Black Consciousness Movement. The text appears in black, with Biko’s name below it in red. Biko was arrested and detained in August 1977 and was beaten to death by police officers. Size: 1 inch across.
Place Created

United States

Date

Late 1970s or early 1980s?

Type of Item

Button

Description

Round, white button with a quotation by Stephen Biko, a leader of the Black Consciousness Movement. The text appears in black, with Biko’s name below it in red. Biko was arrested and detained in August 1977 and was beaten to death by police officers. Size: 1 inch across.

Coverage Africa

South Africa

Language

English

Digital Format

image/jpeg

Collection

Private collection of William Oliver

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