Martin Luther King Jr was not just an African-American‚ he was a man against racism. As a kid his best friend was taken from him because of his race. Blacks had less authority than the whites. Also in the Declaration of Independence it states that “ We hold these truths to be self evident‚ that all men are created equal”. Blacks obviously were not treated equally. Martin Luther King was born on January 15‚ 1929‚ in Atlanta‚ Georgia‚ to Reverend Martin Luther King (wikipedia.com). At birth Martin
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Martin Luther King Jr Martin Luther King jr. was known to be a civil rights leader and activist who has an influence on America and American society in the 50’s and 60’s. Born on January 15‚ 1929. He was born Michael Luther King but later changed his name to Martin Luther King Jr. He spoke over 25‚000 times whenever injustice took place. He wrote 5 books and lead a massive boycott. “Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister and social activist‚ who led the Civil Rights Movement in the
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There is a man‚ a man who had a dream‚ and his name was Martin Luther King. Martin Luther King was born on January 1‚ 1929‚ in Atlanta‚ Georgia. (biography.com) He graduated in the year of 1951. Martin Luther King got arrested in 1963‚ he was awarded a freedom award‚ in 1977. Sadly‚ he wasn’t there to collect his award‚ because he was assassinated in 1968. He was inspiring to many people. Martin Luther King’s quotes are another thing that inspired his people. “ Darkness cannot drive out darkness:
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Martin Luther King Jr. Once said‚ "The time is always right to do what is right." Great leaders show commitment‚ leadership‚ and have good communication skills. Martin Luther King Jr. was a great leader because of his good communication skills and he would also sacrifice himself and his family’s privacy to stop racism to do what was right. King was born on January 15‚ 1929 in Atlanta‚ Georgia‚ and grew up in Auburn Avenue community of Atlanta‚ and he was assassinated on April 4‚ 1968 in Memphis‚
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Reed’s MLK Research Paper Martin Luther King Jr. was‚ and still is‚ a very famous peaceful Civil Rights activist. He is most well known for his inspirational “I Have a Dream” speech. But unfortunately‚ for most people‚ these are the only facts they know about him. Most people I asked knew very little about this legendary man and I think that is very sad. So With this paper‚ I am going to dive into this incredible man’s life and legacy and talk all about his entire life not just his famous speech
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given by Martin Luther King Jr. one of the most influential men in history. The assassination of this great figure shook the nation to its roots. He is now remembered today through the national holiday‚ Martin Luther King Jr. Day. (Biography) Martin Luther King Jr. was born in January 15‚ 1929‚ in Atlanta‚ Georgia and was given the name Michael Luther King Jr. When he was thirteen‚ his grandfather (whom King was very close with) passed away. After this traumatic experience King attempted suicide
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Civil Rights Movement‚ Martin Luther King chose to take that role to solve the unjust oppression that was occurring. King possessed the characteristics of a great leader; believing in equality‚ non-violent civil disobedience and a strong call to action. Through these‚ King was able to be a successful leader to the oppressed and had a strong influence across the world. The drive of the Civil Rights Movement was the segregation and prejudice that minorities faced. King writes “A Letter from Birmingham
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Kent Nguyen Martin Luther King Jr. Shaping a Nation Martin Luther King Jr. is the most influential person because of what he accomplished in his life. From his March on Washington‚ to his famous “ I Have a Dream ” speech. What he did‚ shaped a nation into a new era. Here is some information about Martin Luther King Jr. himself. He was born on January 15‚ 1929 in Atlanta‚ Georgia and died on April 4‚ 1968 in Memphis‚ Tennessee. He was an American Baptist minister‚ activist‚ humanitarian‚ and leader
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was an amazing leader and activist for the American civil rights movement. He did not only stand up for African American rights he stood for equality and love. Through the tuff trials and tribulations‚ he marched with love and for one main purpose which was for to unite all creeds and have equal right despite the pigment of our skin. What Dr. Martin Luther King Jr did was influential‚ incomprehensible and inspiring to see and hear about. Even though some of Dr. Martin Luther
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MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. “I Have a Dream” I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. Five score years ago‚ a great American‚ in whose symbolic shadow we all stand today‚ signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon of hope to millions of negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering
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