In the spring of 1968, the world stood witness to an event that would send shockwaves through the United States and reverberate across the globe. On April 4th, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the iconic leader of the civil rights movement, was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee. With his steadfast commitment to equality and justice, King had become a beacon of hope for millions, and his untimely death marked a significant turning point in the fight for civil rights. This tragic event not only shattered the dreams of a man who had dedicated his life to ending racial discrimination, but it also ignited a wave of anger, grief, and renewed determination among those who were determined to carry on his important work.