Benjamin Mays

Benjamin Mays was a prominent African American educator, scholar, and leader who greatly influenced the Civil Rights Movement. As the president of Morehouse College for nearly three decades, he mentored many future leaders, including Martin Luther King Jr. Mays emphasized education, moral integrity, and social justice, inspiring generations to fight racial inequality. His work helped pave the way for greater civil rights and equal opportunities for African Americans. Mays is remembered as a passionate advocate for justice, knowledge, and community empowerment, leaving a lasting impact on American history.