March on Washington

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Martin Luther King Jr.

At the event, king delivered the speech Spokesperson and leader in the civil rights movement In the speech, king stressed the importance of nonviolent resistance Vividly painted his vision of a better future for people of all color with in the us

Where was this held at?

Held in Washington D.C, in front of The Lincoln Memorial Held on aug 28, 1863 Year and a half or so before the civil rights act was passed An estimated 250,000 people attended the march Highlight of march: Martin Luther King's speech, "I Have a Dream"

Did they reach there goal?

March was successful. Pressured administration of John F Kennedy To initiate a strong federal civil rights bill in congress The march also pressured the U.S government: into desegregating the armed forces Provided fair working opportunities for African Americans.

What was the point of theMarch?

Marched for jobs and freedom. Massive protest for leaders who were against racial discrimination To show support for major civil rights The purpose; advocate for civil and economic rights


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