On May 9, 1970, the New Orleans police, along with federal agents, launched a violent assault on the headquarters of the New Orleans chapter of the Black Panther Party. The Panthers, targeted for their efforts in organizing free breakfast programs and health clinics, were subjected to an hours-long siege. Although multiple members were arrested, the Panthers refused to back down, reinforcing the party’s reputation for resilience in the face of state repression. The raid underscored the extent of COINTELPRO’s campaign against Black empowerment movements and became a rallying point for solidarity activists nationwide.
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