Martin Luther King
Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent leader in the American civil rights movement. He was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia. King is best known for his role in advancing civil rights through nonviolent civil disobedience and his famous "I Have a Dream" speech.
Biography of Martin Luther King
- Early Life: King was born to Reverend Martin Luther King Sr. and Alberta Williams King. He was the middle child of three siblings.
- Education: King attended segregated public schools in Georgia and later went on to Morehouse College, where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in sociology. He then went on to study theology at Crozer Theological Seminary in Pennsylvania and earned a doctorate from Boston University.
- Civil Rights Activism: King became involved in the civil rights movement in the 1950s and played a key role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott, which protested racial segregation on public transportation.
- March on Washington: In 1963, King delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, calling for an end to racism and advocating for civil and economic rights for African Americans.
- Nobel Peace Prize: In 1964, King was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his nonviolent resistance to racial prejudice in America.
- Assassination: Tragically, King was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, leaving a lasting legacy as a champion for civil rights and equality.
Study Guide Questions
- When and where was Martin Luther King born?
- What were some key events in King's early life and education?
- What role did King play in the civil rights movement?
- What was the significance of King's "I Have a Dream" speech?
- What recognition did King receive for his activism?
- What was the tragic event that marked the end of King's life?
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INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT AND IDENTITY
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