The History of Martin Luther King JR

Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated 57 years ago

History Today: How Martin Luther King Jr was assassinated and its lasting impact on the civil rights movement

Dr Martin Luther King Jr, a pivotal leader in the American Civil Rights Movement, was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee. His death sparked nationwide outrage and mourning, becoming a turning point in the fight for racial equality.

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Martin Luther King Jr.: The man, his mission, and the aftermath of his assassination

Nobel Peace Prize awardee Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, triggering riots across the US. His death shook the civil rights movement but also cemented his legacy in the fight for justice.

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How Newspapers Struggled to Cover Martin Luther King Jr. and Segregation in the North

Media outlets that praised Martin Luther King Jr.'s work in the South treated Northern segregation differently.

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57 years later, MLK’s legacy still drives the King family’s mission

The King Center honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 57 years after his assassination with a wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta.

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BROWN: 57 Years Later, Martin Luther King’s Voice Still Echoes, No Matter What Trump Tries to Silence

Remembering the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and his urgent call for justice, equality, and peace. His words continue to inspire and challenge us today.

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