Oscar zeta acosta biography
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Oscar Zeta Acosta |
| Date of Birth | 12 April 1935 |
| Place of Birth | El Paso, Texas, USA |
| Date of Death | 01 January 1974 |
| Place of Death | Unknown |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence | United States |
| Education | Various attempts at college; no degree confirmed. |
| Profession | Lawyer, activist, writer |
| Years of Activity | 1960s - 1970s |
| Brief Information | Oscar Zeta Acosta was a Chicano lawyer and activist who became a prominent figure in the Chicano Movement. His writings, particularly "Autobiography of a Brown Buffalo" and "The Revenge of the Found," documented his experiences with racism and his role in radical politics. He is remembered for his confrontational legal style and his efforts to advocate for the rights of Mexican Americans. |