Martin Luther King

Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent civil rights leader in the United States during the 1950s and 60s. He advocated for nonviolent protest to combat racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans. His most famous moment was the "I Have a Dream" speech delivered during the 1963 March on Washington, where he envisioned a future of racial equality. King's efforts contributed significantly to landmark legislation like the Civil Rights Act of 1964. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 and continues to be celebrated for his commitment to justice, equality, and peace until his assassination in 1968.