Martin Luther King, Jr. (born January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia) was an Activist who was best known for being the most visible spokesman and leader in the civil rights movement. Martin Luther King Jr. died on April 4, 1968 and his death was because he was assassinated by James Earl Ray with a sniper rifle. He died young at age 38.
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ActivistNobel Laureate American Born on January 15th Born in 1929 Born in Georgia Died in 1968 Died at age 39 Died from Assassination
"“Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.”"
"“I was a drum major for justice, peace and righteousness.”"
"“We shall overcome because the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice.”"
"“Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that.”"
" It's not a choice about being a celebrity, It's just a matter of feeling like you are more impotent than the average folks."
"We are alone because you let our love just fall apart"
"Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy continues to inspire and unite people around the world, long after his passing. (V)"
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