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Martin Luther King Day

Biography, timeline, quotes, and more

This federal holiday honoring the civil rights leader is observed on the third Monday in January. In 2008, the holiday falls on Jan. 21.

Click on the links below for more information on the life of King and other important civil rights leaders.

The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

History of the Holiday
Biography of Martin Luther King
Timeline: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Civil Disobedience
King Assassination Conspiracy Theories
The March on Washington
Excerpt from the "I Have a Dream" Speech
Martin Luther King Speeches
Quotes from Martin Luther King
Martin Luther King Quiz (for kids)
Martin Luther King, Jr. Crossword

Civil Rights and Affirmative Action

Biographies: Civil Rights Leaders
Notable Speeches and Letters by African Americans
Civil Rights Cases Reopened
For Kids: Civil Rights Heroes
Timeline: Modern Civil Rights
Civil Rights in the United States
Civil Rights Quiz
Affirmative Action History
Timeline: Affirmative Action
Black History Month
African American History Timeline

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