Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent leader in the American civil rights movement. He was known for his nonviolent activism and powerful speeches advocating for racial equality and social justice. King was instrumental in organizing and leading protests, marches, and boycotts that ultimately led to significant civil rights legislation in the United States. He is perhaps best known for his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech delivered during the March on Washington in 1963. King was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 for his contributions to the advancement of civil rights through nonviolent means.
