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Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.: Champion of Civil Rights

Explore the influential life of Martin Luther King Jr., born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia. Known for leading the African-American civil rights movement, he founded the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Discover his impact on figures like Albert Lutuli, Jesse Jackson, and Al Sharpton, and his role in the struggle for peace and justice. Visit the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial to learn about his Baptist faith and the tragic events of his assassination on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee.

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Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.: Champion of Civil Rights

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  1. ~He saved the African American race~ 1950-1960

  2. Born • MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. • January 15, 1929 • Born in the Atlanta, Georgia • Died April 4,1968

  3. People that he influenced • Albert Lutuli • Jesse Jackson • Al Sharpton

  4. Movements • African-American civil rights movement and peace movement • Major: Southern Christian leadership • Major movements: Marin Luther King, Jr National Memorial

  5. religion • Baptist

  6. assassination • He was assassinated on April 4 1968,in Memphis Tennessee

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