INTRODUCTION

The history of the United States of America has been marked by eminent
personalities. Among these is the Afro-American
Martin Luther King. In our presentation we will talk about the life, actions and
legacy of this iconic figure.

I-The biography of Martin Luther King.

Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia into a
Baptist religious family. After brilliant studies in theology, he obtained his
doctorate from the University of Booston on June 18, 1955. Following in the
footsteps of his father Martin Luther King Sr, he also became a pastor. On June 18,
1953 he married Coretta Scott and became the father of 4 children. His vocation as
a man of God profoundly influenced his worldview and his devotion to justice. He
was assassinated on April 4, 1968 in Memphis, Tennessee.

II- Leadership of Martin Luther King.

1- His leadership training.

Martin Luther King became the charismatic leader of the civil rights movement,
emerging as a powerful voice against racial segregation in the USA. In 1955, he led
the Montgomery Bus Boycott in Alabama, a successful civil disobedience campaign
against segregation on public transport. This action marked the beginning of his
notoriety as a defender of civil rights.

2-Some actions taken by Martin Luther King.

Martin Luther King has several actions to his credit.

- October 28, 1963 in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. He gave his
famous speech "I have A Dream" during the march for jobs and freedom.
-On July 2, 1964, under the leadership of Martin Luther King, President Lyndon B
Johnson passed various federal laws such as the civil rights act and the voting
rights act on August 6, 1965.
-In 1968, these protest movements led to the second civil rights act which legally
put an end to racial segregation in all its forms in the USA.

III- L'influence du leadership de Martin Luther King.

1-Martin Luther King's Global Legacy.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s philosophy of nonviolence had a positive impact beyond the
borders of the United States. Indeed, his peaceful approach to the fight for civil
rights inspired other social movements around the world, notably apartheid in South
Africa and the independence movement in India led by Mahatma Gandhi.

2-Martin Luther King's awards.

For his many peaceful actions, Martin Luther King was awarded prizes.
-In 1964 he was nominated the youngest winner of the Nobel Peace Prize;
-In 1977 he was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by Jimmy
Carter.
-In 1978 he received the United Nations Human Rights Prize.
-2004 he was still posthumously awarded the Congress Gold Medal. He is one of the
greatest American speaker.
After his assassination, commemorations and celebrations in his memory are held
annually on Martin Luther King Junior Day, celebrated on the third Monday in
January in the United States.
Conclusion

Martin Luther King Jr. remains a figure of enduring importance in American and
world history. His leadership led to major advances in civil rights, and his
message of nonviolence continues to inspire the quest for justice and equality. His
legacy serves as a reminder that determined individuals can bring about meaningful
change and promote a better world.