Martin Luther kings death
By:Maryam
Overview
when he was a little kid he wanted to play with his white friend but they cant play with each other he didn't understand why but when he grew up he changed it . so the one day his kids could play with any kid because it doesn't matter what color you are or if you are rich or not its just you personality that matters. and you should be treated equally and the right way not like slaves
Martin Luther was shot at Lorraine motel in Memphis Tennessee . his death leaded to a lot of anger with African american. just after 6 pm martin Luther king was standing on a balcony when a bullet struck him and he died. the killer was named James earl ray. he was running to the motel that martin was staying at from the airport carrying a gun to kill martin Luther king Jr.
protesting
i have a dream
funny "i have a dream"
Connection to present day
impact
Fun facts
2 He was at room 306 at Lorraine motel in Memphis Tennessee
3 when marten was 12 his grande mother had a heart attack he jumped from 2nd story window
4 in the USA there are 700 streets that are named after MLK
5 Martin won nobel peace prize and he is still the youngest to win one at age 35