Civilrights movement

The Pioneer of Civil Rights

By nthyer
  • Born in Atlanta, Georgia

    Born in Atlanta, Georgia

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  • Graduated High School at 15

    Graduated High School at 15

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  • Graduated from Morehouse College

    Graduated from Morehouse College

    Graduated with a BA Degree in Sociology. Image taken from http://www.blackcollegetv.net/images/schools/morehouse_college
  • Married wife Corretta

    Married wife Corretta

    Image taken from mylittleboudoir.com/.../mrs-coretta-scott-king/

  • Has first child Yolanda

  • Period: to

    Led first non violent demonstration

    The bus boycott lasted 382 days and ended with the Supreme Court changing segragation laws.

  • Has first son named after him

  • Has 2nd son Dexter

  • Has daughter Bernice

  • Delivered his famous speech in Washington DC

    Delivered his famous speech in Washington DC

    YouTube video250000 people gather to hear him speak. Image taken from http://www.wallpaperpimper.com/wallpaper/Places/Architecture/
  • Awarded Nobel Peace Prize

    Awarded Nobel Peace Prize

    Youngest person to receive it at the age of 35. Used his prize money to further his cause. Medal image taken from www.guardian.co.uk
  • Assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee

    Assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee

    Image taken from www.history.com