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used communication to acquire civil rights and overcome inequality. When slaves were free, they began to look for work. However, the white society believed that blacks were still to be treated unequally because of their color. “Growing up in Atlanta surrounded by WHITES ONLY signs,” (Archer 123) Martin persisted to not let it get to him. By 1954, Martin lead the Civil Rights Movement. His adequate way of speaking was soon to be heard by nearly 250,000. In 1963, King’s “I Have a Dream” speech amazed the audience. “I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: “We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal.” His speech was a major turning point and led a few Americans to see these powerful words and make use of them. “ By the end of Freedom Summer, the civil rights movement had achieved some major goals. It required school desegregation “as quickly as possible,” forbade the use of different voting requirements for blacks and whites, and made discrimination in public places illegal” (Archer 163). This shows that King’s speech helped inspire and achieve civil rights for African Americans using

Several days after Till flirted with the young store owner, the youth was abruptly awakened by Roy Bryant and his half-brother JW Milam. Much to the protests of Moses Wright, Till’s uncle, the two men kidnapped Emmett Till and threw him in the back of their pick-up truck. Although their first intentions were to merely scare the youth, the night took a turn for the worst once Emmett began to resist the men and their attempts to subdue the boy. They brutally beat the boy and hit him several times with their guns. Bryant and Milam dragged the boy near the Tallahatchie River while making Emmett carry a cotton gin fan. Stripping Till of all his clothes, the men shot him in the head and sank the corpse in the river with the gin fan around his neck. Then the two men quickly escaped the crime scene. (World Criminal of Justice)

Lewis and so many other great people and leaders. They were able to partake in and experience so much history at one time. The march was put together, because it was intended to fight for the rights of African-Americans for jobs and freedom. It was also organized by religious groups and civil groups; the march was intended to shed light on the challenges that black citizens were facing 100 years after the emancipation proclamation from President Lincoln. During the march, which was led by the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., ended at the Lincoln Memorial, where Dr. King gave his famous “I Have a Dream” Speech. Mr. Lewis was experiencing history, something no one could ever take away from him no matter how many times he was beaten or take to

Martin Luther King Jr. changed the Civil Rights movement with the sound of his voice. Martin Luther King was the most powerful activist for equal rights because of his peaceful marches, and speeches. The March on Washington and the I Have a Dream speech were the most important events he participated in. The “I Have a Dream” speech took place in August, 1963, in Washington D.C. The speech was monumental for the Civil Rights Movement, as it was broadcasted nationwide. The speech consisted of how African Americans have been discriminated against as time progress since the Gettysburg Address one hundred years before. Dr. King then went on to explain some of the problems African Americans still face today. As the speech went on he gradually raised

On August 28th, 1963, over 250,000 people joined Dr. King march at the Lincoln Memorial to hear his speech, “I Have a Dream” Powerful words being heard and documented as a historical event for civil rights. He introduces his speech as the greatest demonstration for freedom in all the United States of America. Dr. King opens with, “The negro still is not free, one-hundred years later the life of the negro is still badly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimation.” Dr. King followed the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi. Believing that non-violent protesting was the ultimate weapon against racism.

The March on Washington is said to be the highlight of the civil rights movement.  The march was not planned by one group, many civil rights activist groups gathered to plan this march.  The agreed to all meet at the Washington Monument and march to the Lincoln Memorial.  Almost 250,000 people showed up for the march, and this was the same day Dr. King Jr. gave his “I Have a Dream” speech.  Also  on this day John Lewis challenged President Kennedy, but not in protest or violence,  according to the document he said  "We will not stop. If we do not get meaningful legislation out of this Congress, the time will come when we will not confine our marching to Washington…. But we will march with the spirit of love and with the spirit of dignity that

The March on Washington was for Jobs and Freedom. It  took place in Washington, D.C. on August 28, 1963. There was about 250,000 people total  in attendance. The March on Washington was the largest demonstration ever seen in the nation's capital. It was also the first to have a lot  of live television coverage. Dr.King uses the bible to connect the audience by saying, "The glory of the Lord shall be revealed and all flesh shall see it together.” This shows his very strong belief in that all people will stand together and unite one day. Dr.King uses many compariosons throughout his speech and he refers a hypothetical "check" in which the American people should cash. Dr.King is referring to the Emancipation Proclamation as a "check" in which was written to Americans that should be "cashed".

The march on Washington in August, 1963 was lead by Martin Luther King Jr. Around 250,000 people joined this march and gathered around the Lincoln Memorial. This march was planned to raise awareness about continuing difficulties that African Americans faced everyday even a century after they were emancipated. This protest is where King made is very important and iconic I Have A Dream speech.

On August 28, 1963 more than 250,000 civil-rights supporters attended the March on Washington. Addressing the protesters from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous "I Have a Dream" speech. Profoundly, he proclaimed for a free nation of equality where all race would join together in the effort to achieve common ground. King stated his yearning for all colors to unite and be judged by character, not by race. African Americans would not be satisfied until their desire for freedom from persecution, bitterness, and hatred prevailed. Not only were the points in his speech powerful, but also the delivery he gave was so persuading and real

and his supporters were making plans for a massive demonstration on the nation's capital composed of multiple organizations, all asking for peaceful change. On August 28, 1963, the historic March on Washington drew more than 200,000 people in the shadow of the Lincoln Memorial. It was here that King made his famous "I Have a Dream" speech, emphasizing his belief that someday all men could be brothers.

It was on the day of August 28, 1963 at the Lincoln Memorial where about 200,000 people or even more, gathered after the March on Washington. Dr. Martin Luther King administered his famous speech: I have a Dream to America. This is where he spoke about the inequity and segregation of African Americans. King incorporates the following rhetorical strategies: Ethos, Logos, and Pathos into his speech by showing the rest of America what was going on.

Civil rights activists used nonviolent protests and civil disobedience to bring about change by the federal government. On August 28, 1963, over 250,000 people, including thousands of whites, gathered at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. The emerging leader of the Civil Rights Movement, Martin Luther King, Jr., gave his famous "I have a dream" speech. Continued protests, boycotts and marches gradually convinced the American populace to seriously consider major changes to the way blacks were treated in America. The assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. on April 3, 1968, and the ongoing race riots and protests shocked America and

Another demonstration led by Martin Luther King was The March on Washington' which took place on 29' August 1963. Over 250,000 demonstrators attended The March on Washington, in attempt to gain civil rights for all. rights for all. During this demonstration, Martin Luther King made his famous "I have a dream" speech in which he expressed his

March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom at the Civil Rights Museum is an exhibit that idealizes the American Dream. Through murals, the exhibit displays the involvement and steps taken to enforce the federal government to enact civil rights legislation, protect civil rights, and improve working conditions for African Americans. The first mural explains the march which began on August 28, 1963, in Washington D.C. on the National Mall with citizens from diverse backgrounds marching for their rights. In order for the event to be a success it needed organization and a coalition of leading civil rights organizations to bring attention and publicity to the event. March on Washington became associated with Martin Luther Kings, “I Have a Dream” speech. This brought local churches, NAACP chapters, labor unions, student groups and other organizations to participate in the March. Freedom towards upward mobility is expressed throughout the murals displaying March on Washington. The murals are organized by planning the March, important leaders, and logistics of

August 28th, 1963, 250,000 marchers stood in front of the Washington Monument to hear a message. A message from the leader of the civil rights leader whom many of the marchers have come to respect and follow. Marchers from all different backgrounds all supporting the civil rights and jobs for the African American community. Martin Luther King Jr. took the podium in front of these marchers and spoke a message that would inspire not just those present, but all of America to have a dream just like his. A dream in a country that has been stacking the cards against them for a couple hundred years. King took the podium and spoke of his dream, “… a dream that one day this nation will rise up, live out the true meaning of its creed: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.”” (King npg.). King’s speech resonated with thousands of African Americans and inspired them to dream his dream and start a movement that would lead them their civil rights.