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SEE PROFESSOR PORTRAY MARTIN LUTHER KING JR., WHOM HE KNEW.(WEEKEND)

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From: The Virginian Pilot
Date: 20000210
Author:Dorsey, Catherine

DR. MARTIN LUTHER King Jr. accomplished more in his 39 years than most people dream of accomplishing in a lifetime. A leader in the civil rights movement, King was the driving force behind many of the pivotal changes that took place during the 1960s. His influence lives on in his stirring speeches and writings, and in his example of steadfast faith and courage in the face of adversity.

Saturday, families can meet someone who marched with King during the heyday of the civil rights movement. Dr. Benjamin Berry, professor of American studies at Virginia Wesleyan College, will ...

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