Martin Luther King, Jr. died on the 4th of April 1968. He was shot dead leaving his hotel room
Ever since this tragic loss of a great leader and hero, his legacy has still continued to live on.
One of the most important ways that Americans recognise this iconic hero is through Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
This holiday takes began in 1971 and takes place every third Monday of January annually - around the time of King's birthday, January 15.
On this day Americans honour, remember and celebrate the man who united all races for their country.
King's legacy also continues to live on in his home country of the USA, where segregation is still illegal. The removing of segregation being legal saw the USA become as united as ever and saw other countries follow this law.
Martin Luther King, Jr. has been and will always be remember for what he has done for black people long after his days.
Ever since this tragic loss of a great leader and hero, his legacy has still continued to live on.
One of the most important ways that Americans recognise this iconic hero is through Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
This holiday takes began in 1971 and takes place every third Monday of January annually - around the time of King's birthday, January 15.
On this day Americans honour, remember and celebrate the man who united all races for their country.
King's legacy also continues to live on in his home country of the USA, where segregation is still illegal. The removing of segregation being legal saw the USA become as united as ever and saw other countries follow this law.
Martin Luther King, Jr. has been and will always be remember for what he has done for black people long after his days.