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1929 - Birth of Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr., one of the most influential leaders in the American civil rights movement, was born in Atlanta, Georgia. He is best known for advocating nonviolent resistance to racial segregation and for his pivotal role in the advancement of civil rights in the United States. His leadership during events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington helped bring about significant social change.

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