Coretta Scott King was a remarkable figure in American history, known for her unwavering commitment to civil rights and social justice
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. Born on April 27, 1927, in Heiberger, Alabama, she grew up in a family that valued education and activism
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. Her parents, Obadiah and Bernice Scott, instilled in her a strong sense of purpose and resilience
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Coretta’s journey into activism began at Antioch College in Ohio, where she studied voice and music education
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. It was here that she became involved in the civil rights movement and honed her skills as a leader
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. In 1951, she moved to Boston to attend the New England Conservatory of Music, where she met Martin Luther King Jr., a doctoral candidate at Boston University
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. The two married in 1953 and had four children: Yolanda, Martin Luther III, Dexter, and Bernice
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Coretta played a crucial role in the civil rights movement alongside her husband
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. She organized and participated in numerous protests, marches, and freedom concerts, using her musical talents to inspire and uplift those around her
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. After Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination in 1968, Coretta continued his legacy by founding the King Center for Nonviolent Social Change in Atlanta
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. She dedicated herself to promoting nonviolence and social justice, working tirelessly to make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a national holiday
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Coretta’s activism extended beyond civil rights; she also advocated for women’s rights, LGBTQ rights, and opposition to apartheid
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. Her efforts were recognized with numerous awards, including the Gandhi Peace Prize and induction into the Alabama Women’s Hall of Fame and the National Women’s Hall of Fame
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Coretta Scott King passed away on January 30, 2006, but her legacy lives on through her work and the impact she had on countless lives
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. She is remembered as the “First Lady of the Civil Rights Movement” and a symbol of strength, courage, and dedication to the fight for equality
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For more information, you can watch this YouTube video about Coretta Scott King’s life and contributions.
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en.wikipedia.org
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kinginstitute.stanford.edu
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