In 1966, two entities arose at the intersection of popular culture and activism: Marvel's first black superhero, Black Panther, and the activist group, the Black Panther Party, both demonstrating a unique convergence of parallel themes and ideas. The timing and the similarity raised some questions. Was Stan Lee tapping into the group’s message and growing notoriety for his latest hero or Did Marvel’s first black superhero give the group its name?
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