MARTIN LUTHER KING JR
1929 - 1968

Martin's real name was Michael Luther King, Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr was born and raised in Atlanta and assassinated in Memphis. He was a Baptist minister and led the civil rights movement.

His wife was Coretta Scott King. She died January 31, 2006 age 78.

Martin was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.

Here's the link to the I Have a Dream speech by Martin Luther King, Jr., from August 28, 1963.

Martin Luther King Jr Timeline