Martin Luther King, Jr., was a visionary leader and advocate for equality who spearheaded the civil rights movement in America through nonviolent protests, inspiring lasting change and leaving an enduring legacy.
Introduces Martin Luther King Jr. Day, briefly outlines Dr. King's life and accomplishments, and describes how the holiday is celebrated Includes bibliographical references and index A great leader -- King's life -- Honoring King -- Words to know.
Martin Luther King Jr. (born Michael King Jr.; Janu – April 4, ) was an American Baptist minister, activist, and political philosopher who was one of the most prominent leaders in the civil rights movement from until his assassination in
Though he passed away more than two decades ago, President Kaysone Phomvihane’s drive for revolutionary outcomes and resolute decency still burns bright as an example for multiple generations of Lao people today.
Cesar Chavez and Martin Luther King Jr. never met. They overlapped only briefly in the national spotlight, though their names are often linked together because of they each championed civil rights and shared a very public commitment to non-violent protest.
Jean-Baptiste Chavannes (around , Grande-Rivière-du-Nord – 23 February , Cap-Français) was a Haitian abolitionist and soldier. Biography. He was the son of rich mulatto parents, and received a good education. In the expedition under d'Estaing, sent to assist the Continental Army, was in.
Martin Luther King Jr. was a social activist and Baptist minister who played a key role in the American civil rights movement from the mids until his assassination in King sought.
Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister and civil rights activist who had a seismic impact on race relations in the United States, beginning in the mids. Among his many efforts, King.