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Martin Luther King Jr.

  • Birthday

    Maryin Luther King was born on January 15 in Atlanta, Georgia
  • Became an Ordained MInister

    Became an Ordained MInister
  • I have a Dream

    I have a Dream
    Led a march in Washington and gave his famous "I have a Dream" speech
  • King Assassinated

  • Creating Martin Luther King Day

    President Ronald Raegan signed a bill creating a federal holiday to honor King
  • First Martin Luther King Day

    First Martin Luther King Day
    Martin Luther King Day is celebrated every third monday of January, close to King's birthday.