William Edward Burghardt Du Bois
William Edward Burghardt Du Bois (1868 – 1963) was an influential American sociologist, historian, civil rights activist, and writer. He was one of the co-founders of the NAACP and a prominent advocate for African American rights, promoting the idea of 'double consciousness' to describe the internal conflict experienced by subordinated groups in an oppressive society. Du Bois was the first African American to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard University and made significant contributions to the fields of sociology and history, particularly regarding the African American experience. His works, such as 'The Souls of Black Folk', challenge the systemic racism of his time and call for social justice and civil rights, making him a key figure in the fight for equality in the United States.
Born on Feb 23, 1868 (157 years old)
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Malcolm X read extensively, including the works of sociologist William Edward Burghardt Du Bois.
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