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# Martin Luther King Jr.: Architect of Justice

Explore the inspiring journey of Martin Luther King Jr., from his birth in segregated America to his iconic leadership of the Civil Rights Movement. Discover how his philosophy of non-violence transformed history and continues to resonate globally.

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### Birth and first experience of segregation

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15 Jan 1929

Atlanta, United States

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Martin Luther King Jr. was born in **Atlanta, Georgia**, into a **family of pastors**. From a young age, he was confronted with the **painful realities of racial segregation**, particularly the Jim Crow laws. These early experiences in the segregated American South were **foundational** and shaped his conscience, pushing him towards a future commitment to justice and equality.

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