
The Lincoln Memorial rally (1968)
The Lincoln Memorial rally in 1968 was a significant gathering held at the monument in Washington, D.C., following the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968. Civil rights leaders and activists came to mourn his death and to renew their fight for racial equality and justice. The rally symbolized unity among those advocating for civil rights and highlighted ongoing issues such as segregation, voting rights, and economic inequality. It served as a powerful statement of resilience and commitment to Dr. King’s vision of a more just and inclusive America.