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What is Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
MLK Day takes place every year on the third Monday of January. It's a time to celebrate the life and work of Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., who brought Americans together in the name of racial equality.
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Why Do We Say "African American"?
Language is constantly changing and ethnonyms are no exception. From "Negro" to "Colored" and "African American" to "Black," the people and cultures of African origin living in the United States have had many names. Today Danielle looks...
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What is Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
MLK Day takes place every year on the third Monday of January. It's a time to celebrate the life and work of Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., who brought Americans together in the name of racial equality.
One Minute History
127 Martin Luther King Jr. - One Minute History
In high school, Martin Luther King, Jr. wins an oratorical contest, stating “Black America still wears chains.” On the bus ride home, King is forced to stand so white passengers can sit down. To satisfy his urge to serve humanity,...
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Music in History: Blackbird (The Beatles)
A new series focused on analyzing important songs in history. Listen to “Blackbird” here➡️ • The Beatles - Bla...
The Kiboomers
Martin Luther King Song | Song Lyrics Video for Kids | The Kiboomers
MARTIN LUTHER KING SONG LYRICS': There was a man who had a dream His name was Martin Luther King Mar-tin Lu-ther King, Mar-tin Lu-ther King, Mar-tin Lu-ther King His name was Mar-tin Lu-ther King Doctor King, he had a dream Of peace and...
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10 Butterfly Effects That Completely Changed The World
This video was a collaboration with our good friend Cody from Alternate History Hub. If you enjoyed this video and want to learn more about history that could have been, head on over to his channel!
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When the Youth of Birmingham Changed History
In 1963, school children from Birmingham, Alabama skipped class to demonstrate for racial equality. Met with police violence, they helped to bring about significant change. The Birmingham Children's Crusade, as it was known, has gone...
The Kiboomers
Martin Luther King | Songs for Kids | The Kiboomers
Here is a Martin Luther King song for kids that can be used when planning activities and curriculum for Daycare, Preschool and Kindergarten children. Perfect for Martin Luther King Day. Enjoy! Martin Luther King song lyrics: Martin...
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Martin Luther King Jr. For Kids | Song & Rap
Video: Martin Luther King Jr. | An Inspirational Rap Song Grade Levels: All Grades SUMMARY: Learn all about the Civil Rights icon Martin Luther King, Jr and how he rose to become one of the greatest men in History by his message of...
One Minute History
Martin Luther King Jr. - One Minute History
In high school, Martin Luther King, Jr. wins an oratorical contest, stating “Black America still wears chains.” On the bus ride home, King is forced to stand so white passengers can sit down. To satisfy his urge to serve humanity, King...
One Minute History
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. - Legends of America - Civil Rights Leaders - One Minute History
The history of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his impact on the Civil Rights Movement
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History Kids: Coretta Scott King's Life of Activism and Advocacy
This video explores the life of Coretta Scott King, the wife of Martin Luther King Jr., and her own influential role as a civil and human rights activist. From her humble beginnings in Alabama to her international advocacy for peace and...
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History Kids: Martin Luther King, Jr.
This video provides an overview of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It highlights his early life, his involvement in the Civil Rights Movement, his famous speeches and protests, and the impact he had on the United...
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MLK and others lead March on Washington
Front line of march includes Roy Wilkins, Asa Philip Randolph, Martin Luther King, Jr, and Walter Reuther, head of auto workers.
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Crowds listen to MLK's I Have a Dream speech
View of Washington Monument and crowds at the March on Washington as they listen to MLK's speech.
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Atlanta Church Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr.
King delivered his historic "I Have a Dream" speech while leading the 1963 March on Washington, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.
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Atlanta Church Will Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.
King delivered his historic "I Have a Dream" speech while leading the 1963 March on Washington, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.
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Homer Plessy, Key To "Separate But Equal," On Road To Pardon
The Louisiana Board of Pardons voted unanimously to pardon the namesake of the U.S. Supreme Court's 1896 "separate but equal" ruling.
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VP-Elect Harris Ready To Hit The Ground Running
Harris formally resigned from her U.S. Senate seat on Monday, sending a letter of resignation to California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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Two Activists Draw Parallels Between Civil Rights Movement And Today
Some Americans are drawing parallels between today in the Civil Rights Movement. Two Black women share their first-hand accounts and perspective.
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Gilder Lehrman Institute: History Now: The March on Washington: A Virtual Tour
[Free Registration/Login Required] Stanford University professor Clayborne Carson shares his experience at the March on Washington, his first trip to the national capital in August, 1963. Carson takes viewers on a virtual tour of the...
Stanford University
Stanford University: King Institute: Encyclopedia: "I Have a Dream" Speech
Archival audio version of King's "I Have a Dream" speech, with transcripts available in multiple languages.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Civil Rights Part 17: Martin L. King Jr. On Civil Disobedience
Today we learn what Martin Luther King Jr. wrote about civil disobedience. This episode originally aired in November 2011.