Shirley Barnes I. Introduction A. August 28, 2013 marked the fifty-year anniversary of the “I Have A Dream” speech. 1. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was actually born Michael Luther King, Jr, but he changed his name. Dr. King won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 after the 1963, “I Have a Dream” speech. 2. “I have a dream that my four little children will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.” 3. Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. preached right here…
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determined men to have ever roamed the face of the planet. The life of Martin Luther King Jr is most notably celebrated for being a strong leader that advocated nonviolent resistance to achieve equality and racial integration in the world. A talented speaker and influential man, Dr. King was able to sway millions to nonviolently protest the segregation of America during the 50’s and 60’s by tactful use of rhetorical devices. As seen in his “I Have A Dream” speech, Martin Luther King Jr employs purposeful…
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“I Have a Dream” Martin Luther King Jr. was a leader in the Civil Rights Movement. On August 28, 1963, in Washington, Martin Luther King Jr. gave his famous speech, “I Have a Dream.” In front of an interracial crowd of over 200,000 people, Dr. King uplifted the crowd with his emotional and powerful speech. After reading and researching the speech I learned that Martin Luther King Jr. was paying homage to Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. King’s speech also implores to the Declaration of Independence…
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years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, Martin Luther King Jr. stated “The Nego is still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation”. In the struggle for freedom, Martin Luther King Jr. incorporated his Christian background and the peaceful tactics of Mahatma Gandhi, and led the African American community in the Civil Rights Movement. In his speech “I Have a Dream”, Martin Luther King Jr. used rhetorical concepts to unify this nation at the steps of the Lincoln…
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was an extremely influential leader in the African American Civil Rights movement during the 1950’s and 1960’s. He was dedicated to nonviolent direct action to end racial segregation and discrimination in America. Dr. Martin Luther King organized many protests and events to bring about social change and justice, such as his iconic and very moving “I have a Dream” speech at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and the protests in Birmingham, Alabama. King was arrested by city…
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“I Have a Dream…” On August 28th 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his infamous “I Have a Dream…” speech in from of the Lincoln Memorial. His speech addresses civil rights and the struggles of racial diversity and equality. His speech highlights his main points of his speech while using analogies that the common American could understand. He uses historical facts and events to help administer his point. He also uses beautiful language to illustrate his points, making his speech memorable. He…
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forth by Martin Luther King Jr. in fighting for civil rights and social justice for the country’s diverse citizens. “Martin Luther King – I Have A Dream Speech – August 28, 1963” 1963. YouTube video, 17:28, posted by “sullentoys”. January 20, 2011. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smEqnnklfYs This primary source is the actual “I Have a Dream” speech given by Martin Luther King Jr. in 1963. This source will give a firsthand look at what type of person Martin Luther King Jr. was…
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Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King was a strong man who fought for african american rights. He was a prominent leader of the civil rights movement in the United States. During the late 1950s through the late 1960s Martin Luther King Jr organized protests, proposed legislation and spoke about injustice throughout the United States. He was assassinated in 1968 (Martin Luther King). Dr king was a well known civil rights leader and activist who had a big impact on african americans and many…
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I Have A Dream Rhetorical Analysis Activist, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., was a man of many words. He was a man who possessed admirable qualities and demonstrated power with fine grace and composure. All who listened were transfixed by what he had to say. Dr. King made great strides for African Americans during the Civil Rights Movement of the 20th century, a time when blacks were segregated and subject to racial injustice. On the mark of 100 years following the Emancipation Proclamation that freed…
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Carley Boisclair Mrs. Smith World Literature 4 October 2013 Modern Day Hero “I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.” Martin Luther King Jr., an American clergyman, activist, and leader in the African American Civil Rights Movement. Born on January 15, 1929, he is best known for his advancement in human rights and equality among African American citizens…
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