Preaching a message of nonviolent resistance, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was the leading voice ... here’s a look back at his defining years in pictures.

Ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, here is a selection of images that came from these travels: postcards from six streets named after King.

Photos: Martin Luther King Jr. From the Selma marches to his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech in Washington, historic images show the rise of the iconic civil rights leader. The Latest Here's a look ...

For our complete Black History Month coverage, click here. When he was born Jan. 15, 1929, Martin Luther King Jr.’s name was Michael. It’s the name originally on his birth certificate. He was named ...

Lawrence Phillips, founder and CEO of Green Book Global Walk in the footsteps of one of history's most important figures with a visit to the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park.

And so we must straighten our backs and work for our freedom. – Martin Luther King Jr., "The Death of Evil upon the Seashore," sermon given at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, New York City, May ...

On Monday, Jan. 16, Americans observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday honoring ... the National Mall 18 years after King gave his famous "I Have a Dream" speech there.

Located on the northwest rim of the Tidal Basin, this 30-foot granite memorial pays homage to civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Everything from its address at 1964 Independence Ave.