Historical Figures

In 1962 what did king do?

Martin Luther King Jr.'s notable actions and events in 1962 include:

Albany Movement:

- King joined the Albany Movement in Albany, Georgia, a civil rights campaign seeking desegregation and equal rights for African Americans.

- He was arrested multiple times during demonstrations and led marches and protests.

Birmingham Campaign:

- King organized and led the Birmingham campaign in Birmingham, Alabama, which focused on challenging segregation and discrimination in the city.

- King was arrested on April 12, 1963, while participating in a nonviolent sit-in.

- During his eight days in jail, he wrote his famous "Letter from Birmingham Jail," outlining his philosophy of nonviolent resistance.

March on Washington:

- King delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on August 28, 1963.

- Over 200,000 people gathered peacefully at the Lincoln Memorial to call for civil rights legislation and an end to discrimination.

Civil Rights Act of 1964:

- After the success of the March on Washington, King continued to push for legislative action.

- In July 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, a landmark that outlawed segregation in public places and discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.