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Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. and his lasting legacy
Sixty years ago, Dr. King delivered his famous 'I Have a Dream' speech
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Martin Luther King Jr. was the most influential leader of the civil rights movement, leaving an indelible impact on American society and the world. Sadly, it has been more than 50 years since his assassination on April 4, 1968, at the Lorraine Motel. Despite the fact that his life was tragically cut short, his words and actions endure through his incredible legacy.
Click through the gallery to revisit significant moments from Dr. King's life and find out more about how his work still impacts us today.
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