As we approach the Martin Luther King, Jr. annual holiday
observance, states all over the globe including Georgia, are
planning events, memorials, concerts and lectures, all in
respect for this clergyman, activist and prominent leader for
the African-American Civil Rights Movement. This iconic man was
known for his non-violent aspirations in fighting for justice
and civil rights. His famous speech, "I Have a Dream" was
presented following a March in Washington and he quickly became
known as one of the most famous orators in American history. He
was originally inspired by a visit to Mahatma Gandhi's
birthplace in India in 1959 and the deepening of his beliefs for
non-violent activism became a stronghold for his ideals in life.
MORE | MLK Jr. Day and Day of Service events King's contribution
on promoting non-violent fighting for racial inequality earned
him the illustrious Noble Peace Prize in October of 1964. In the
following years, he also became involved in areas that would
help combat poverty as well as voi