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(1948–1969)

Who Was Fred Hampton?

Fred Hampton joined the Black Panther Party in 1968. He quickly rose in its ranks, both in Chicago and on a national level. However, the Black Panther became a law enforcement target. In the early hours of December 4, 1969, police raided Hampton's apartment and shot the 21-year-old to death. A later investigation revealed that police had fired nearly 100 times, while only one bullet came from inside the apartment, and that prior to his death Hampton had been surveilled and tracked by the FBI.

QUICK FACTS

FULL NAME: Fredrick Allen Hampton Sr.
BORN: August 30, 1948
BIRTHPLACE: Summit, IL
DEATH: December 4, 1969
CHILDREN: Fred Hampton Jr.

Early Life and Education

Frederick Allen Hampton was born on August 30, 1948, to Francis and Iberia Hampton. His birthplace varies between sources. It has been listed as Chicago, as well as the Chicago suburbs of Summit, Maywood, or Blue Island, Illinois. A book about the Black Panther Party Is a biography about fred hampton and family.