WEBApr 8, 2024 · Rodolfo Gonzales (born June 18, 1928, Denver, Colorado, U.S.—died April 12, 2005, Denver) Mexican American boxer, writer, and civil rights activist who was a leading figure in the Chicano Movement of the 1960s and ’70s. Because of his prowess as a boxer, he was known as the “fist” of the movement.
WEBRodolfo "Corky" Gonzales (June 18, 1928 – April 12, 2005) was a Mexican-American boxer, poet, political organizer, and activist. He was one of many leaders for the Crusade for Justice in Denver, Colorado.
WEBRodolfo “Corky” Gonzales (1928–2005) was a prominent figure in the Chicano Movement in Denver in the 1960s and 1970s. He also had ties to the greater Civil Rights Movement. In addition to his activist work, Gonzales had multifaceted careers in boxing, politics, and poetry, and left a lasting legacy in the Centennial State.
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Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales | Denver Public Library History
WEBSep 20, 2009 · 1971 - Rodolfo ‘Corky’ Gonzales is arrested in an anti-war rally in Los Angeles. March 16-17, 1973 – Denver police raid the Crusade for Justice headquarters. The raid is rapidly followed by two controversial events: the shooting of Luis ‘Junior’ Martinez and the explosion of a Crusade building at 1547 Downing Street.
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How the Chicano Movement Championed Mexican-American Identity ... - HISTORY
WEBSep 18, 2020 · Meanwhile, a parallel effort, led by poet and activist Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales, organized Mexican-American students across the country. In a March 1969 gathering, some 1,500 attended the ...
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Rodolfo Gonzales, 76; Prizefighter, Poet and Fervent Chicano …
WEBApr 14, 2005 · Times Staff Writer. Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales, a former boxer whose political activism and outspoken advocacy of Chicano power made him a hero to Mexican American youths in the 1960s, has...
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Chicano Leader Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales 1929-2005: “He Was …
WEBApr 15, 2005 · Chicano political and civil rights activist Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales died this past Tuesday at his home in Denver, Colorado. He was 76 years old. Gonzales was an iconic leader in the movement...
WEBRodolfo “Corky” Gonzales: Boxer, Writer, Activist. Listen to this article. 00:00. When: 1928-2005. Where: Denver and Brighton. Why Important: Gonzales was a boxer, writer, and Chicano activist. Hispanic youths attending Corky Gonzales speech at the State Capitol circa 1968. (Credit: Denver Public Library) Biography.
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Corky Gonzales: Always Fighting — Google Arts & Culture
WEBCorky Gonzales was a Chicano boxer, poet, and activist who dedicated his life towards fighting injustices, while inspiring youth to seek meaningful change in their communities. Continue reading...
WEBBorn June 18, 1928; Died April 12, 2005. Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales was born in Denver, Colorado, as the son of two immigrant farm workers. He attended high schools in Colorado and New Mexico, while simultaneously working in the beet fields. He graduated from Manual High School when he was 16.
