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Instructions:

1.Pick your historical figure.
2.Research key events that they were involved with and make a list of at least 5-8 topics that are interesting to you.
3.Research songs that have titles or themes that relate to your historical figure. Try not to make them obvious.
4.Find a link to your song (YouTube) and submit it (copy link and paste) along with a couple of hints to the song.

20th/21st Century Historical figures to choose (chose one):
Martin Luther King Jr
Joe Biden
Albert Einstein
Barack Obama
Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR)
Michelle Obama
Mahatma Gandhi
Mark Zuckerberg
Henry Ford
Bill Gates
Muhammad Ali
Donald Trump
Ronald Reagan
Elon Musk
Wilbur Wright
Steve Jobs
John F. Kennedy (JFK)
Oprah Winfrey
Marilyn Monroe
Hilary Clinton
Babe Ruth
Al Gore
Adolf Hitler
Usain Bolt
Charlie Chaplin
Kamala Harris
Theodore Roosevelt
Simone Biles
Rosa Parks
Ruby Bridges

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Historical Figure: Martin Luther King Jr.

Key Events Involved:

  1. Montgomery Bus Boycott (1955) - A pivotal event in the civil rights movement that began after Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat to a white man.
  2. Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) Formation (1957) - MLK co-founded this organization to coordinate non-violent protests for civil rights.
  3. March on Washington (1963) - King delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech during this monumental civil rights rally advocating for jobs and freedom.
  4. Birmingham Campaign (1963) - A series of nonviolent protests against racial segregation in Birmingham, Alabama, which garnered national attention.
  5. Nobel Peace Prize (1964) - Awarded to King for his nonviolent struggle against racial injustice, making him the youngest recipient at that time.
  6. Selma to Montgomery Marches (1965) - A landmark march advocating for voting rights that played a significant role in the passage of the Voting Rights Act.
  7. "Beyond Vietnam" Speech (1967) - A controversial address speaking against the Vietnam War, highlighting the connection between poverty, war, and civil rights.
  8. Assassination (1968) - The tragic end to King's life and activism, which led to widespread riots and a national outpouring of grief.

Related Songs:

  1. "One Day" by Matisyahu - This song conveys a message of hope and peace, reflecting the ideals that Martin Luther King Jr. fought for.
  2. "A Change is Gonna Come" by Sam Cooke - An anthem for the civil rights movement, the lyrics resonate with King’s vision.
  3. "Fight the Power" by Public Enemy - This song addresses systemic racism and power struggles, echoing King's fight against inequality.
  4. "Glory" by Common and John Legend - A song that connects historical civil rights struggles with the ongoing fight for justice today.
  5. "Keep Your Eyes on the Prize" by The Civil Rights Movement Singers - A traditional protest song associated with the Civil Rights Movement, akin to King's rallies.

YouTube Link and Hints:

Link: One Day - Matisyahu

Hints:

  • The song reflects an optimistic view of the future, where peace and understanding dominate.
  • Its uplifting message is reminiscent of the dreams expressed in King's speeches.