The NAACP was formed in 1909. One of its founding members was the composer of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" a song that was sung at NAACP meetings and became known as the Black National Anthem.
The ANC was formed in 1913. One of its founding members was the composer of "N'Kosi Sikele Africa" a song that was sung at ANC meetings and became known as the Black National Anthem. It finally becamse the National anthem of South Africa when Mandela was elected President in 1994.
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Creation of a Mass Movement
The creation of a mass movement is a merging of many factors. The moment one is born is not predictable but it is usually tied to a provoking incident of injustice. Many small cuts may occur before the final straw is encountered. What is required to accompany the precepitating incident is some organization and leadership.
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