M. L. King Jr. (Martin Luther King Jr.)

Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent American civil rights leader who advocated for racial equality through nonviolent protest. He played a key role in the movement to end racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans in the 1950s and 1960s. Famous for his inspiring speeches, like the "I Have a Dream" speech, he helped bring national attention to injustice and justice. His efforts led to important civil rights legislation, such as the Civil Rights Act of 1964. King’s work emphasized the power of peaceful resistance and moral courage to promote social change.