Martin Luther King Sr.
American civil rights activist
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About Martin Luther King Sr.
Martin Luther King Sr. was an American pastor and civil rights pioneer who served as the head of the iconic Ebenezer Baptist Church for 40 years. And whereas he has an outstanding life story in his own right, his ultimate claim to fame is being the father of one of the greatest civil rights leaders of the 20th century – Martin Luther King Jr.
Family Life
He married his wife, Alberta, in 1926. They brought forth three children - Willie Christine, and the late Martin Jr. and Alfred Daniel King.
His parents were named James and Delia King.
Achievements
He became pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in 1931 and kept the church economically viable throughout the Great Depression.
He was a major influence on the life on Martin Luther King Jr.
Trivia
In 1974 his wife was murdered by an assassin who really wanted to kill him instead.
He was a strong, recognized supporter of Jimmy Carter’s bid for the US Presidency in 1976.
He ultimately died from a heart attack.
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F.A.Q. about Martin Luther King Sr.
When is his birthday?
Martin Luther King Sr.'s birthday is on December 19, 1899.
In how many days is his birthday?
Martin's birthday is in 266 days
How old was Martin when he died?
He was 84 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 11, 1984.
How old would he be today?
Martin Luther King Sr. would be 124 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Martin from?
He was born in Stockbridge, Georgia, United States.