Above is an image of the graves of Martin Luther King Jr and his wife, Coretta Scott King. They are located at The King Center in Atlanta, GA. The memorial is not simply limited to their graves, but there is also a building that contains memorabilia of Dr. King and his contributions that he made throughout his lifetime. The King Center was established by Coretta Scott King with the intention of keeping her husband's legacy alive.This memorial represents the South very well in my opinion. Martin Luther King Jr. is an iconic figure that fought so hard for civil rights in the South. Atlanta was his birthplace and the majority of his civil rights movement took place in the South. His contributions had a significant impact on the culture and society that thrives today throughout the Southern region. This memorial is a realistic reminder of the man who spent his life trying to make this region a better place for people of all races. The King Center is a popular tourist location. It allows people to see that he was a real man and not just an icon that is talked about in history books. This memorial represents a major historical component of the South.
Check out the official website for The King Center: www.thekingcenter.org
-DaNae
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