Posted on Aug 01, 2025 / USA

Atlanta was a central location in the Civil Rights Movement and the hometown of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Visitors can explore his legacy at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, which includes his birthplace, church, and final resting place. The city was also a strategic base for civil rights leaders, offering a relatively safe and organized platform for activism across the South.
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