About Martin Luther King Jr

Martin Luther King Jr. (1929-1968) was an influential American civil rights leader and Baptist minister, renowned for his role in advancing civil rights using nonviolent resistance based on his Christian beliefs and the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. He is best known for his pivotal role in the American civil rights movement, particularly through his leadership in protests against racial segregation and inequality, culminating in the historic 1963 March on Washington where he delivered his famous "I Have a Dream" speech. King's tireless advocacy earned him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964, and his legacy continues to inspire movements for justice and equality worldwide.